Lost your wallet, keys, or pet in Crozet? Here is who to contact.
One report channels your loss to Albemarle County Police, Charlottesville Area Transit, Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport, and local community groups. Your report stays active, automatically matching new found items and listings.
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
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You describe your lost item
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We generate the exact details needed for police records, transit lost and found, and social alerts.
We route it to the right offices
Your report reaches Albemarle County Police, Charlottesville Area Transit, airport lost and found, and verified community channels. No runaround.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report automatically checks new found listings, Facebook posts, and local alerts for matches. You only hear from us if we find something credible.
Where your item might be
We know which offices hold items, how long they keep them, and how to file with each one. Here's what we handle so you don't have to.
Albemarle County Police
The primary law enforcement for Crozet and surrounding Albemarle County. Lost items are logged and held for a period; we tell you exactly which precinct covers your loss location, the right non-emergency number to call, and how to follow up on your report.
Charlottesville Area Transit
If you lost something on a CAT bus, the Downtown Transit Station holds items and fields inquiries by phone. We generate the exact information you need for your claim and flag your item in their system.
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport
Lost something at the airport? The Lost and Found office holds items Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. We connect your report directly to their records so they know what to look for.
Lost pet in Crozet?
Missing cat, dog, or other pet? Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA tracks lost and found animals in the area. We post your pet's details to shelters and verified pet networks immediately, and your report keeps searching for sightings. File a priority lost pet report
Community networks
Crozet residents and Charlottesville locals share lost and found posts on Facebook groups and Nextdoor. We post your report to the most active verified channels so your neighbors see it immediately.
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A lost item is still findable—if reported right away.
The sooner we file your report and activate your search across all channels, the more likely someone has seen it or will report it found. Start now, and your report keeps working while you focus on other things.
Report my lost item →Losing your ring, phone, or cat in Crozet means checking with Albemarle County Police, Charlottesville Area Transit, the airport, and multiple Facebook groups yourself, over and over. Each office keeps items for a limited time, and community posts disappear fast. Most people give up after a few days.
ReportLost simplifies this. File once, and we notify every relevant office and community channel, then keep your report active and searching automatically for months. No daily follow-ups needed, no panic calls to verify if that purse posted on Nextdoor is yours. Your report does the work.
Common places to lose things in Crozet
Most items are lost at work, home, transit stops, and public spaces. If you remember where, we can narrow the search.
Downtown Crozet
The heart of Crozet around Main Street and local shops, farmers markets, and gathering spots. High foot traffic means lost wallets and phones often end up at nearby businesses or police.
Crozet Avenue corridor
Retail areas, restaurants, and service offices along the main avenue. Items lost while shopping or at appointments are frequently turned in to store managers or police within hours.
Transit stops and CAT bus routes
Crozet residents rely on Charlottesville Area Transit for commuting. Phones, bags, and jackets left on buses are held at the Downtown Transit Station.
Parks and recreation areas
Crozet's parks and green spaces are popular for outdoor activities. Lost items here may be reported to park maintenance or local community boards.
Residential neighborhoods
In quieter residential areas, neighbors often find lost keys and personal items and report them to police or keep them hoping to reunite with owners.
Where locals post found items
We post your report to active Crozet and Charlottesville community channels. Your neighbors are watching.
Facebook group for lost and found pets in the Charlottesville area, including Crozet
Subreddit for Charlottesville and surrounding communities, including Crozet residents
Neighborhood app where Crozet and Albemarle County residents share local alerts and found items
Official CAT Facebook page; we tag transit lost and found posts here
Questions about losing something in Crozet
How long does Albemarle County Police hold lost items?
Items are held for a limited period at the station where they are turned in. We include the right contact number (non-emergency: 434-977-9041) so you can check immediately and schedule pickup. Acting fast increases the chance of recovery.
What if I lost something on a CAT bus?
Call Charlottesville Area Transit Lost and Found at 434-970-3649 (option 3) to describe your item. All recovered bus items are kept at the Downtown Transit Station. We include these details in your report so they're watching for your item.
I lost my wallet at Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport. What do I do?
The airport Lost and Found is open Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Call them at the number on their page, or we can file on your behalf as part of your report. Items are held for a defined period, so contact them as soon as possible.
Can I report my lost pet to ReportLost?
Yes. We have a priority lost pet report that alerts Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA, PawBoost, local shelters, and pet-focused Facebook groups. Your pet report stays active and keeps searching for sightings and matches for months.
How long does my report stay active?
You choose: 12 months. For the entire period, your report automatically cross-checks new found postings, listings, and community alerts with your description. You don't have to log back in or follow up yourself unless we find a match.
Is ReportLost affiliated with Albemarle County Police or the City of Charlottesville?
No. ReportLost is an independent service. We are not affiliated with any government agency or police department. We're a connector: we help you file reports with the right local offices and keep your search active across public channels. Official lost and found services remain the primary record.
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Ready to start your search?
File your report in 2 minutes. We'll notify all the right offices and channels, and your report will keep searching for you automatically. The sooner you start, the sooner your item can come home.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Albemarle County Police, the City of Charlottesville, Charlottesville Area Transit, Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport, Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA, or any other government or municipal agency. We do not replace official lost and found services or police reports; we supplement them by routing your report to the relevant offices and keeping your search active across public community channels. All linked services are official entities responsible for holding or reporting found items.