Lost something in Salem? Report it and activate your search.
File one report and we route it to the Salem Police Department, City Hall, UTA Transit, and active local community channels. Your report stays active, automatically crossmatching new found items and posts.
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.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Salem
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed to notify the right Salem authorities and community channels.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Salem Police Department's lost & found, UTA Transit (if applicable), and we post on local Facebook groups and community boards where Salem residents actively report found items.
Your report keeps searching
While you go about your day, your report stays active and continues to match against new found item reports and community posts for your entire search period. You'll get an alert as soon as a credible match appears, so you're not refreshing pages yourself every day.
Where to report a lost item in Salem
These are the main channels where lost items get reported and held in Salem. ReportLost handles notifying them for you.
Salem Police Department Lost & Found
The Salem Police Department holds unclaimed property found in the city. Items are kept for a set period, and you'll need your ID to collect them. We tell you which case number to reference and how to follow up.
Non-Emergency (business hours): 801-423-2312|After Hours: 801-798-5600|Email: salempolice@salemutah.gov
UTA Transit Lost & Found
Lost something on a UTA bus, TRAX, S-Line, or FrontRunner? UTA holds items for up to 30 days. We generate the exact info to include when filing your transit lost & found report.
Salem City Hall
City Hall can direct you to the right department for items lost in municipal spaces or facilities. We connect you with the correct contact during their hours.
Phone: 801-423-2770|Hours: Mon-Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM, Fri 7:30 AM–12 PM
Salt Lake City International Airport Lost & Found
If you lost something at SLC Airport (about 45 minutes from Salem), the airport maintains a lost & found with thousands of items held for recovery.
File a claim at slcairport.com|Hours: 8 AM–4:30 PM Mon-Fri (closed weekends and holidays)
Lost Pet
If you've lost a cat or dog, time matters. Salt Lake County Animal Services and local shelters are your first contacts, and community pet networks spread the word fast in Utah. File a priority lost pet report to get your pet's details in front of rescuers and neighbors immediately.
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Get your report in front of Salem's search network
The sooner your item is reported, the sooner people in Salem's community channels and police system can help you find it. Once you've submitted, your report keeps working for you automatically.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Salem means juggling calls to the police, UTA's lost & found desk, and hoping someone posts about it in one of the local Facebook groups. The reality: items get reported to different places, systems don't always talk to each other, and you end up doing the rounds yourself to stay on top of the search.
ReportLost simplifies this. One form, and we notify the Salem Police Department, UTA Transit, City Hall, and active community channels on your behalf. Better yet, your report doesn't stop working after you submit it. It keeps searching for a match across new found items and posts for your entire search period (12 months), so you can stop worrying and let the system work for you.
Common places where items get lost in Salem
Your report covers all areas of Salem, but these are spots where losses happen frequently.
Downtown Salem & Main Street
Retail shops, restaurants, and public spaces along Main Street are common loss sites. Items often end up at nearby business registers or the police department.
Salem Schools & Community Center
Schools, libraries, and recreation facilities see frequent lost & found activity. Check with the facility first, then file a report to expand your search.
UTA Transit Stops & Stations
Bus stops and transit stations throughout Salem are where transit riders often misplace phones, wallets, and personal items. UTA holds these for 30 days.
Residential & Neighborhood Areas
Items lost near home often turn up via neighbors posting on Nextdoor or local Facebook groups. A ReportLost report reaches these community channels automatically.
Local Parks & Outdoor Spaces
Salem's parks and recreation areas are places where wallets, keys, and personal items get left behind. Filing a report alerts both the city and community to help you search.
Salem's active lost & found community
Local residents help each other find lost items through these channels. Your ReportLost report reaches them automatically.
Active statewide group with Salem members posting found and lost pets daily
Utah subreddit where residents post about lost items and pets across the state
Neighborhood-level posts where Salem residents report found items and help neighbors
Official city page where found items are sometimes posted by community members
Questions about lost items in Salem
How long does the Salem Police Department hold unclaimed property?
The Salem Police Department holds lost and found items for a specific period before they may be disposed of or donated. Call 801-423-2312 during business hours (Mon-Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM, Fri 7:30 AM–12 PM) to ask about your item and confirm its status. You'll need your ID to claim property.
How long does UTA hold items left on buses or TRAX?
UTA Transit holds lost items for up to 30 days. If you lost something on a bus, TRAX, S-Line, or FrontRunner, report it as soon as possible at rideuta.com/lostandfound or call 801-743-3882. After 30 days, unclaimed items may be donated or discarded.
Where do I pick up a lost item I've found in Salem?
If the police department is holding your item, visit or call during business hours (Mon-Thu 7:30 AM–5:30 PM, Fri 7:30 AM–12 PM) at 801-423-2312 to arrange a pickup time. Bring your ID. For UTA items, contact UTA directly at 801-743-3882 to confirm and arrange recovery.
What if I lost my pet in Salem?
Contact Salt Lake County Animal Services immediately at 801-840-4000 (dispatch) to report a lost pet. Also post on the Facebook group 'UTAH PETS: LOST AND FOUND' and use the Nextdoor app. File a priority lost pet report with ReportLost to activate your pet's search across multiple channels and community networks.
Can I search for my item at the airport even though it's not in Salem?
If you lost something at Salt Lake City International Airport, file a claim at slcairport.com/airport-services/lost-and-found/. You can also visit the Lost & Found desk on Level 3 of the terminal (behind Southwest Airlines ticket counters) during their hours: 8 AM–4:30 PM Mon-Fri.
Is ReportLost.org official? Does it replace the police department?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the Salem Police Department or any government agency. We don't replace the police or official lost & found channels. Instead, we simplify the process by notifying the right local authorities and community channels on your behalf, and keeping your report active and searching for you during your entire search period. You're still working with the official systems, just with help coordinating across them.
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Start your search in Salem now
Every minute counts when something's lost. File your report today, and let our system work to connect you with Salem's lost & found network and community. Your report keeps searching for a match automatically while you focus on the rest of your day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Salem Police Department, Salem City Hall, UTA Transit, Salt Lake City International Airport, Salt Lake County Animal Services, or any local government or transit agency. We are a private platform that helps coordinate lost item reports across these official channels and local community networks. Always verify contact information and procedures directly with the relevant agencies before submitting items to them.