Lost items in Middlebury, Vermont: report and search across local services
Lost property in Middlebury is tracked by the Police Department, Tri-Valley Transit, and individual businesses and venues. ReportLost files your report with the relevant local authorities and keeps your search active, so you don't have to check each service repeatedly.
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 ReportLost helps in Middlebury
You report your lost item
Describe what you lost, where, and when. We collect the details needed to route your report to the right Middlebury services, whether that's the Police Department, Tri-Valley Transit, or a specific venue.
We direct your report to the right places
We file your report where the Middlebury Police and local services accept third-party reports, and provide you with direct contact information and next steps for any service that requires you to report directly.
Your report stays active and searching
For 12 months, your report keeps matching against new postings on local Facebook groups, community boards, and the shelter networks. You'll be alerted if a match appears, so the search continues even when you move on.
Where lost items go in Middlebury
Each location and service holds items for a limited time. File a report with ReportLost to ensure yours is tracked across them all.
Middlebury Police Department
The Police Department is the primary repository for lost property found in public spaces and reported by citizens or businesses. Items are held for a set period; we confirm the exact retention window and give you the address and phone number to check directly.
Tri-Valley Transit Lost & Found
Items left on TVT buses can be claimed at their office or by calling within a few business days. We provide you with their exact phone number and hours, and can help you describe your item to their staff.
Businesses and venues
Lost items at shops, restaurants, hotels, and community spaces are usually kept at the front desk or office. We help you identify which location has what you lost and provide guidance on how to reach them directly.
Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport
If you lost an item while traveling from Burlington Airport, a TSA checkpoint, or airline, the airport's Lost & Found can assist. Items like passports, wallets, glasses, and phones are often recovered. We point you to the right process.
Lost or found pet
If your dog or cat went missing in Middlebury or Addison County, contact Homeward Bound, Addison County's Humane Society, right away. They also coordinate with local community groups and shelters across the region to help reunite lost pets with their families. File a priority lost pet report
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Bring your search out of the dark
A single report reaches the right people—police, transit, venues, and community networks. Then it keeps working for you.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Middlebury—whether it's a wallet at the Middlebury Inn, a set of keys left on a bus, a ring at one of the downtown shops, or a passport ahead of a trip—sends you to multiple different places: the Police Department on Lucius Shaw Lane, Tri-Valley Transit if you were on the bus, Homeward Bound if a pet went missing, or the individual business or venue. Each has its own procedures, hours, and how long they hold items.
ReportLost simplifies this by taking a single report from you and routing it to the services that matter. Once filed, your report doesn't expire after a few days or weeks—it stays active for a full 12 months, continuously matching against new lost-and-found postings and community alerts in Addison County. You report once, and we keep searching.
Common places where things go missing in Middlebury
Lost items are often found quickly in these areas, but unclaimed items move through the local lost-and-found system.
Downtown Middlebury and Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and the Middlebury Inn are frequent sites of lost wallets, phones, glasses, and jewelry. Check with individual businesses first, then file with police if nothing turns up.
Middlebury College campus
Items lost on or near campus—including in academic buildings, the library, dining halls, and residence areas—are sometimes held by College security or turned in to local services. The College has its own process for community members.
Middlebury public transportation stops and buses
Tri-Valley Transit buses and the downtown transit center are common places for keys, bags, and phones to be left behind. Call TVT immediately after realizing your loss.
Recreational areas and parks
Items lost on trails, at recreational facilities, or during outdoor events may be turned in to the Police Department or left at the site. Broader community searches on social media can help locate these quickly.
Community networks and alerts
Local groups share lost-and-found posts. Posting independently is helpful, and ReportLost can alert these networks as part of your search.
Facebook community board for lost and found across the state
Dedicated group for lost and found pets in the region
Reddit community for Vermont-wide discussion and alerts
Questions about lost items in Middlebury
How long does the Middlebury Police Department hold lost items?
The Police Department holds unclaimed items for a set period before disposal. Check with them directly at (802) 388-3191 to confirm the window and to ask whether your specific item has been turned in. Reporting sooner ensures your item is documented before that window closes.
What do I do if I lost something on a Tri-Valley Transit bus?
Call Tri-Valley Transit at (802) 388-2287 (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM) to describe your item. Small items can often be picked up the next day after 10:00 AM from their office at 297 Creek Road. Have details about the bus route and time ready.
Can I search for my lost item myself before reporting to police?
Yes. Check with the business or venue where you lost it first—they often keep items at the front desk for several days. If nothing turns up there within a day or two, reporting to the Police Department and filing with ReportLost ensures your item is tracked across local channels.
What if I lost something at the Burlington Airport?
Contact Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport's Lost & Found directly through their website (btv.aero/lost-found) or call them. If you lost an item past a TSA checkpoint, contact TSA. Include details like the date, location in the airport, and a description.
Can ReportLost file a report with the Middlebury Police Department on my behalf?
We file your report where the Police Department and other local services accept third-party submissions. For any service that requires you to report in person or directly, we give you the exact contact, phone number, and steps to follow. Either way, your report stays active with us for 12 months.
Is ReportLost.org affiliated with the Middlebury Police Department or the Town of Middlebury?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that helps coordinate lost-item reports with local authorities and community networks. We are not official channels ourselves—we route your report to the official channels that handle lost property. If you need to speak directly with police or town services, you can always contact them through their official numbers listed on this page.
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Don't let your lost item disappear into the system
Report it once. We route it to the right people and keep searching for matches for a full year.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Middlebury Police Department, Town of Middlebury, Tri-Valley Transit, Homeward Bound, Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport, or any other local authority or business mentioned on this page. We route your report to the relevant official channels where they accept third-party submissions. Always contact the official services directly for current hours, policies, and item retention details.