Report a Lost Item in Colonial Beach, Virginia
Start with the Colonial Beach Police Department or Town Hall, then consider a free public listing or paid search options to expand your reach.
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
No report has been filed in Colonial Beach yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 8, 2026.
How to Report a Lost Item
Contact Local Services
Call or visit the Colonial Beach Police Department at (804) 224-7612 or stop by 416-B Colonial Avenue. They can file a report and may have information about items turned in. For general inquiries, you can also reach the Town of Colonial Beach at (804) 224-7181.
Post Your Report
Create a free public listing on ReportLost to share your item in a searchable database. You can also post in local Facebook groups and Nextdoor to alert your community.
Explore Paid Search Options
Upgrade to Automatic search ($12) for 6 months of web monitoring and a QR code, or Team-assisted search ($25) for 12 months of active local outreach and manual searches.
Where to Report in Colonial Beach
Direct contacts and services
Police Department
The Colonial Beach Police Department handles lost and found reports. Call (804) 224-7612 (business hours) or 911 for emergencies. Visit in person at 416-B Colonial Avenue, Colonial Beach, VA 22443. Email: police@colonialbeachva.gov.
Town Hall
Contact the Town of Colonial Beach for general assistance or to inquire about lost items at town facilities. Office hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM. Address: 315 Douglas Avenue, Colonial Beach, VA 22443. Phone: (804) 224-7181.
Lost Pets
If you have lost a pet, contact local animal control or check with nearby shelters. Post in community groups dedicated to lost and found pets in the Northern Neck area. File a lost pet report
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Publish Your Report
Create a free listing to make your lost item searchable in the ReportLost database. No fees, no sign-up required.
Colonial Beach is a small waterfront community where local law enforcement and town services are your first point of contact for lost items. The Police Department maintains a lost and found and can help you file a report.
ReportLost provides additional options to publish and search for your item beyond direct police contact, including free public listings and optional search services.
Key Areas in Colonial Beach
Common locations for lost items
Colonial Beach Waterfront
The boardwalk and waterfront area along the Potomac River is a busy public space where items are often lost.
Downtown Colonial Avenue
The main commercial district and heart of town where shops and services are concentrated.
Community Groups
Connect with neighbors and local networks
Facebook group for lost and found pets in the Colonial Beach and Northern Neck area
Post in your neighborhood to alert local residents
Regional subreddit where Virginia Beach-area residents share lost and found posts
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I lost something in Colonial Beach?
Contact the Colonial Beach Police Department first at (804) 224-7612 to file a report. Ask if anyone has turned in your item. Then post a detailed description in local Facebook groups, Nextdoor, and consider creating a ReportLost listing.
How long do police keep lost and found items?
Check with the Police Department directly at (804) 224-7612 about their retention policy. Items may be held for a set period before disposal, so contact them promptly.
Is ReportLost an official government service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that helps you publish and search for lost items. It does not replace direct contact with police or local services.
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