Lost something in Shady Hollow? Here is who to contact.
Submit one report and we connect you with the Shady Hollow Police Department, Austin Animal Services, Capital Metro, and active local recovery channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching new found listings to your description.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
Recent activity
Texas : there is no statewide holding period. Each police department, transit agency and venue sets its own retention policy, commonly around 90 days but different in every city. Contact the relevant organization to confirm its procedure.
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Shady Hollow
You report your loss
Describe what you lost, where, and when. Upload photos if you have them. We gather all the details we need to route your report to the right places.
We route it to the right channels
Your report goes directly to Shady Hollow Police, Austin Animal Services (if it's a pet), Capital Metro transit, Austin-Bergstrom airport (if applicable), and social recovery networks. No back-and-forth calls on your end.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For your entire search period, your report automatically checks for matches across local found posts, shelter listings, and community channels. We alert you instantly if a credible match appears, so you never miss it.
Where to report a lost item in Shady Hollow
These are the official channels you can contact directly. ReportLost handles the coordination for you.
Shady Hollow Police Department
The local police handle lost and found reports and store recovered property. If you lost a wallet, purse, keys, or jewelry, filing a report with them is essential. We identify which precinct covers your location and generate the specific details to include in your report.
Lost pet recovery
If your cat or dog is missing, Austin Animal Services is your first call. They maintain a lost and found registry and can help coordinate recovery efforts across the wider Austin area. The Austin Lost and Found Pets Facebook community (98,000+ members) and local subreddits are also critical. We file a priority lost pet report and ensure your pet details reach all the right channels immediately. File a priority lost pet report
Capital Metro transit lost & found
Shady Hollow residents rely on Capital Metro buses. If you left your phone, bag, or ring on a bus, contact Capital Metro's Lost and Found right away. Same-day calls reach them faster. We pinpoint which route and time window matter most for your report.
Capital Metro lost & found|Call same-day: 512-474-1200|Call next day or later: 512-389-7454
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Lost your wallet, phone, or luggage tag at the airport? The airport's Lost and Found desk is open daily and holds items for recovery. We ensure your report includes all the details the airport needs to identify your item in their system.
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Don't wait to report
The sooner you get your loss into the system, the better your chances of recovery. Once your report is filed with us, you can breathe easily, because our team takes it from there. Every day counts, but you only file once.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Shady Hollow or the Austin area can feel overwhelming. Between the Shady Hollow Police Department, Austin Animal Services, Capital Metro's transit system, the airport, and dozens of community groups and marketplaces, figuring out where to report and then tracking down your item across all of them takes time you don't have.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. One detailed report to us, and we immediately notify every relevant local authority and recovery channel. Then the hard part becomes easy, because your report stays active and continues searching for a match automatically. No daily check-ins, no re-posting everywhere, no wondering if someone found your ring or wallet and posted it somewhere you haven't seen yet. You report it once, and our team does the rest.
Common places people lose things in Shady Hollow
Shady Hollow and the surrounding Austin area see lost items in these zones regularly.
Southwest Austin neighborhoods
Shady Hollow sits in southwestern Travis County, with busy residential areas and local shopping. Wallets and keys are commonly lost here.
Capital Metro bus stops and routes
Commuters regularly leave phones, bags, and small items on buses serving Shady Hollow.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Airport parking lots, terminals, and baggage claim are common loss points for travelers from Shady Hollow.
Local parks and trails
Outdoor spaces near Shady Hollow, including Split Rock Trail, see lost jewelry, keys, and pet escapes.
Community recovery channels
Shady Hollow and Austin residents actively post lost and found items in these groups and forums.
Facebook group with 98,000+ members dedicated to reuniting missing pets with their families.
Reddit community focused on lost and found items and pets across the Austin area.
Main Austin subreddit where residents post urgent lost pet and item alerts.
Neighborhood social network where Shady Hollow residents share local lost and found posts.
Austin-area neighborhood pages often host lost item threads and recovery coordination.
Questions about lost items in Shady Hollow
How long does Shady Hollow Police hold lost property?
Contact the Shady Hollow Police Department directly at 512-427-HELP (5325) or 512-854-3445 to ask about their hold period for unclaimed items. Most police departments hold property for 30 to 90 days before disposal. ReportLost ensures your report is filed promptly so you don't miss that window.
What if I lost my item on a Capital Metro bus?
Call Capital Metro's Lost and Found at 512-474-1200 if you lost it the same day, or 512-389-7454 if you're calling the next day or later. You can also email lostandfound@capmetro.org with your item details. We help you organize that information and file it with the right department immediately.
My cat went missing in Shady Hollow. Where do I start?
Contact Austin Animal Services immediately at 512-978-0556 or email animal.reclaim@austintexas.gov. Post in the Austin Lost and Found Pets Facebook group (98,000+ members) and text 'lostatx' to 844-764-2125 for recovery tips. ReportLost can coordinate all of these notifications in one go through our lost pet report.
What do I include in a lost item report to the airport?
When calling Austin-Bergstrom Airport's Lost and Found at 512-530-LOST (5678), have your name, contact phone number, a clear description of the item (color, brand, size), the date and location where you lost it, and any identifying marks. ReportLost generates this exact information for you.
How long does ReportLost keep searching for my lost item?
Your report stays active for 12 months depending on your preference. During that time, we continuously check for matches across local found listings, social posts, shelter databases, and community channels. You'll be alerted instantly if a credible match surfaces, so you never have to manually search again.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not part of any government agency. We are not a replacement for filing a report with the Shady Hollow Police Department or Austin Animal Services, but rather a coordinator that notifies them and all relevant local channels on your behalf, then keeps your report active and searching automatically. We work alongside official services to improve your chances of recovery.
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Every moment counts when you lose something important. File your report now, and let our team handle the outreach to police, shelters, transit, airport, and community channels. Your report will stay active and searching for the entire time you need it.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Shady Hollow Police Department, Austin Animal Services, Capital Metro, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, or any other agency or business mentioned. We coordinate with these entities to improve the chances of item recovery, but we do not represent them or guarantee their response times or policies.