Lost something in Chantilly? Here are the offices that take your report.
One report to the Fairfax County Police, Fairfax Connector, and your community—and your report stays active, automatically matching against new found items and local posts so you don't have to check back constantly.
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 Chantilly
You report your loss
Describe what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details once—no need to fill out forms on multiple websites or call different departments separately.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Fairfax County Police, the relevant lost and found offices (transit, retail, airport if applicable), and active local community channels. You get confirmation of where your item has been reported.
Your report keeps searching
Throughout your entire search period, we cross-check new found items posted across local platforms, social groups, and marketplaces against your description. You receive an alert the moment a credible match surfaces, so the burden of daily searching shifts to us.
Where to report lost items in Chantilly
These official channels take lost item reports. ReportLost handles the routing for you.
Fairfax County Police
The primary agency for non-emergency lost item reports in Chantilly. You can file a report by phone or through their online community reporting system. We pinpoint the correct station and submit the details on your behalf.
Report online (Community Reporting System)|Non-emergency number: 703-691-2131
Fairfax Connector (Bus Transit)
If you lost something on a Fairfax Connector bus, the lost and found holds items temporarily. Call their information center with your bus route and time, or file an online claim. We can help format the exact details they need.
Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Chantilly is near Washington Dulles. If your loss occurred in the terminal, the airport's lost and found office processes claims and holds items for up to 60 days. Contact them directly with your flight info and description.
Lost or Found Pet
If your pet is missing, immediately contact Fairfax County Animal Services to file a lost report. They maintain a found animals database and cross-reference incoming strays. Act fast—stray holds are typically 72 hours to 5 days. For faster community reach, file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost.
Fairfax County Animal Services (View Found Pets)|Non-emergency: 703-691-2131
Fairfax County Government
For items lost in county buildings, parks, or public areas, you can contact Fairfax County's main line to identify the right department and file a report. They can direct you to the specific facility.
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Where to file your report
The sooner you file, the sooner we begin routing and monitoring. Most items are reunited with their owners within the first few weeks, but your report continues searching for months.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Chantilly means navigating separate systems: the Fairfax County Police Department's non-emergency line, the Fairfax Connector bus lost and found, neighborhood Facebook groups, local shelters if it's a pet, and online marketplaces. Each channel has its own process, phone number, and search window, and they don't talk to each other.
ReportLost streamlines this. File once, we route everywhere at once, and your report remains active for months, continuously matching new found items with your loss while you go about your day. No more obsessively refreshing Facebook or calling to check status—we do the legwork, and you only hear from us when there's genuine news.
Common places people lose items in Chantilly
Knowing where you lost something helps us route faster.
Chantilly Shopping District & Retail Areas
Target, grocery stores, and shopping centers along Route 50 and Lee Jackson Memorial Highway are frequent loss hotspots. Stores often hold items briefly before transferring to police.
Dulles Greenway & Airport Access Roads
Items lost during travel to Dulles airport or along the toll road should be reported to the airport's lost and found if inside the terminal, or to county police if lost en route.
Chantilly High School & Community Park
School property and nearby public parks are common loss locations. Report to the school directly or to county non-emergency dispatch.
Residential Neighborhoods & Fairfax Connector Bus Routes
Items lost on neighborhood streets or during your commute on Fairfax Connector buses. Bus drivers and local residents often report found items to police or social media groups.
Community channels actively searching
Chantilly residents share lost and found posts across these networks. ReportLost alerts these groups on your behalf.
Active pet and lost item network across the Northern Virginia region
Hyperlocal group for pets and items in the Chantilly area
Northern Virginia community frequently posts lost items and pets
Statewide network for missing and found animals
Neighborhood-level alerts reach your immediate area
Frequently asked questions
How long does Fairfax County Police hold lost and found items?
Items reported to Fairfax County Police are held for a period determined by the finding officer, typically 30 to 90 days depending on the item. If unclaimed, they may be donated or disposed of. This is why filing a report early and keeping your report active for the full search window is critical.
How long does the Fairfax Connector hold lost items on buses?
Fairfax Connector holds lost items for a limited time (typically 30 days). Call 703-339-7200 to check status and claim. If not claimed, items may be donated or discarded.
What happens if my pet is brought to Fairfax County Animal Services?
Stray animals are held for a minimum of 72 hours (by Virginia law), up to 5 days in some cases. Check the Found Pets database immediately at fairfaxcounty.gov/animalservices. Microchipping and registration greatly speed reunification.
Can I report a loss at Dulles Airport if I'm not at the terminal in person?
Yes. Call the Dulles Lost & Found office at 703-572-8479 (Mon–Fri, 8 am–4 pm) with your flight number, date, location in the airport, and description. Items are held for up to 60 days.
Does ReportLost.org replace calling the police or filing an official report myself?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that routes your information to the official channels—police, transit, animal services, and community groups—and maintains an active search on your behalf. You still file an official report, but we handle the legwork of ensuring every relevant office and community network receives your details and alerts you if a match surfaces.
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Don't let your lost item disappear
The first hours and days matter, but so do the months ahead. With ReportLost, you're not limited to a single phone call or report. Your information stays in circulation, automatically cross-checked against new found items and community posts for your entire search period. File now and let us handle the search.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Fairfax County Police, Fairfax County Government, Fairfax Connector, Washington Dulles International Airport, Fairfax County Animal Services, or any municipality. We route your report to official agencies and public channels on your behalf, but filing with ReportLost does not replace filing an official police report or contacting agencies directly. Always verify current contact information and procedures directly with the relevant agencies.