Lost something in University Park? Here is who to contact.
File a single report and we'll route it to the University Park Police Department, local lost and found offices across the city, and active community channels. Your report stays active, so you won't have to check every site yourself each day.
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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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in University Park
You describe what you lost
Tell us what you're looking for, where you lost it, and any details that make it unique. We gather the information needed to route your report to the right departments and services in University Park.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the University Park Police Department, relevant lost and found offices (including those at nearby universities), and community groups keeping an eye out. You get a list of places we've contacted so you know exactly who's searching.
Your report keeps searching for a match
While you go on with your day, your report stays active for 12 months. We cross-check new found items, community posts, and local announcements against your description and alert you instantly if a credible match appears, so you're not refreshing lost pet groups or marketplace listings by hand.
Where to report and how we help
We connect you to the right channels so you don't have to figure out who to call.
University Park Police Department
The main place to report a lost item in the city. The Police Department takes reports and maintains records. We tell you which department covers your specific location and generate the details needed for your report so you're ready when you call.
City Hall & Services
University Park City Hall can direct you to municipal lost and found procedures and may hold items turned in to city departments. We point you to the right office and provide contact details so your report reaches the appropriate desk.
University Police Departments
If you lost something on or near a university campus in the area (SMU, UT Dallas, UTA), those institutions maintain their own lost and found systems. We route your report to the appropriate university police lost and found office so campus-area losses don't slip through the cracks.
Dallas Love Field & DFW Airport
Lost your item at the airport or on a flight? Both Dallas Love Field and Dallas/Fort Worth International are nearby. We direct you to the right lost and found office and help you file with the airline if needed.
Lost Pet Services
Your furry friend is your priority. Report your lost pet to the University Park Animal Control and local pet networks immediately. We connect you to control services, shelters, and community pet groups so your pet's profile reaches people actively searching and reuniting animals. file a priority lost pet report
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The sooner you report, the sooner we search
Every minute counts when something is lost. Once you file your report with ReportLost, our system begins routing your information to the right departments and community channels in University Park immediately. You'll have a clear record of who we've contacted and can sit back knowing your report is being actively cross-checked against new finds for months to come.
Report my lost item →University Park residents know the frustration: lose your keys near the shopping district, your wallet at a local restaurant, or your pet near the park, and suddenly you're juggling calls to the police non-emergency line, emailing university police departments, posting to neighborhood Facebook groups, and checking marketplaces daily. Each lost and found system in the area works independently, and it's easy to miss a lead because you can't be everywhere at once.
ReportLost simplifies that chaos. One report puts your case in front of the University Park Police Department, local businesses, nearby university police services, and community watchers in a coordinated way. More importantly, your report doesn't go quiet after a day or two, your signalement remains active and continues matching your description against new found items for months, so you can stop the daily grind of searching and let the network work for you.
Common loss locations in University Park
Lost items at these spots? We'll route your report to the right local services.
University Park Village & Shopping District
The central shopping and dining hub where wallets, phones, and bags are frequently left behind at restaurants and retail stores.
Parks & Green Spaces
Pets and personal items go missing around the city's parks and recreational areas, especially during weekends and community events.
University Drive Corridor
The main thoroughfare near SMU and other institutions where items are lost in transit, at bus stops, and in commercial areas.
Residential Neighborhoods
Pets stray and deliveries go missing in the quiet residential blocks throughout the city. Neighbors often spot lost items and pets here.
Transportation Hubs (METRO, Ride Services)
Items left on buses, in rideshare vehicles, or at transit points in and around University Park need fast routing to multiple services.
Community spotters who can help
Active groups and forums where neighbors and locals share found items and lost pet alerts.
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost dogs, cats, and pets in the area
Subreddit where local residents post lost and found notices for the broader Dallas area
Nextdoor and local Facebook pages where neighbors post sightings and found items
Regional Facebook and online community focused on reuniting lost animals across North Texas
Questions about reporting your loss in University Park
How long does the University Park Police hold onto lost and found items?
Items turned in to the Police Department are typically held for a set period before being disposed of or donated. Check with the non-emergency line at 214-363-3000 for the current retention policy and to verify if an item has been brought in.
What's the best way to report a lost pet in University Park?
Call University Park Animal Control at 214-363-3000 or 214-987-5371 right away. Also post to the 'Lost Pets in Highland Park and University Park, TX' Facebook group and check the SPCA of Texas resources. ReportLost routes your pet report to all these channels and keeps it active for months.
Can I report something lost on a university campus (SMU, UT Dallas, UTA)?
Yes. Each university maintains its own lost and found service. UT Dallas Police can be reached at 972-883-2222, and UTA Police at 817-272-2904. ReportLost routes your campus-area loss to the correct university police department so it doesn't get missed.
What if I lost my item at Dallas Love Field or DFW Airport?
Contact the airport's lost and found immediately. Dallas Love Field is at 214-670-4227, and DFW Airport is at 469-784-2888. If you lost something on an aircraft, also contact the airline. ReportLost helps you prepare the right details for both channels.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active for your entire search period, either 12 months depending on the option you choose. During that time, we continue matching your description against new found items, community posts, and marketplace listings, so you're not manually checking every day.
Is ReportLost.org an official city or police service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels like the University Park Police Department, animal control, and university police departments. We're not affiliated with any government agency, but we coordinate with them to make sure your report reaches the right people and stays searchable for months. You're not replacing direct police contact, you're amplifying it.
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Ready to find what you lost?
Taking action right now gives your lost item the best chance of being found and returned. Once you complete your report, you'll know exactly which University Park services we've contacted and your report will continue matching against new leads for months. Let's get started.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the University Park Police Department, City of University Park, University Park Animal Control, the SPCA of Texas, UT Dallas, UTA, SMU, Dallas Love Field, DFW Airport, or any other government or institutional entity mentioned. We work in coordination with these services to route your report efficiently, but they operate independently of ReportLost. Always contact official services directly for urgent matters.