How to Report a Lost Item in Morristown, Vermont
Contact the Morristown Police Department, check with local businesses and transit, or use ReportLost to publish your report and access optional search services. Publication is free; search assistance is available for a one-time fee.
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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Your Next Steps
Create a Free Report
Publish your lost item online at no cost. Your report will be viewable to people searching for lost and found items. Include photos, a description, and where you lost the item.
Contact Local Services
Call the Morristown Police Department at (802) 888-4211 (non-emergency) to report your loss. If you lost something on a bus or at a local business, contact them directly. Check Advance Transit's lost and found if your item was left on a bus.
Upgrade to Assisted Search (Optional)
ReportLost offers automatic web search for 6 months ($12) or team-assisted search with manual follow-up and local coordination for 12 months ($25). Both include a QR code sticker linked to your report and an anonymous contact email.
Where to Report and Check
Contact these services directly, or let ReportLost coordinate on your behalf with paid search options.
Morristown Police Department
Report lost items to the Police Department's non-emergency line. They maintain a lost and found for items turned in by residents and businesses. Provide a detailed description and your contact information.
Town Clerk's Office
The Town Clerk's office may assist with general inquiries and can direct you to the appropriate local service. Office hours are Monday–Thursday, 8 am–4 pm, and Friday, 8 am–1 pm.
Advance Transit
If you lost something on a bus, contact Advance Transit's lost and found. Items are generally kept for up to 30 days. Have your route and time of travel ready when you call.
Local Businesses and Public Places
Check with stores, restaurants, libraries, and other places where you were before losing your item. Many businesses keep lost and found items for 30–90 days. Call ahead or visit in person with a description.
Edward F. Knapp State Airport
If you lost an item at or near Morrisville-Stowe Airport, contact the airport directly. For items lost during air travel, also contact your airline's lost and found service.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet, contact local animal shelters and post on community groups. Humane Society of Chittenden County and PawBoost are valuable resources for the area.
Call Humane Society of Chittenden County (802) 862-0135|File a lost pet report
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Publish Your Report for Free
Create a free public listing on ReportLost. Your report will appear in search results and be available to anyone looking for lost items in the Morristown area. No account is required, and there are no fees.
Create a report →Losing a valuable item, important documents, or personal belongings is stressful. Morristown offers several immediate channels to report and search for lost items: the Police Department, local businesses where you may have left the item, and public transit if you used a bus.
ReportLost.org complements your direct efforts by making your report publicly searchable and offering optional search services at a flat rate. Neither the free listing nor the paid options replace direct contact with local services or law enforcement.
Common Areas in Morristown
Check these spots and contact the relevant services if you lost your item nearby.
Downtown / Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and offices along Main Street are frequent stop points. Call nearby businesses or the Police Department's lost and found.
Portland Street
Home to municipal offices and local services. Report losses to the Town Clerk or Police Department at 43 Portland Street.
Lower Main Street
Residential and commercial area. The Police Department is located at 121 Lower Main Street, Morrisville, VT 05661.
Transit Hub
If you used Advance Transit, contact the lost and found service for items left on buses.
Local Parks and Recreation Areas
Check with the Town Clerk's office if you lost something at a public facility or park.
Community Groups
Post about your lost item or browse found items in local and regional groups.
Facebook group for lost and found items across Vermont
Community group for lost and found pets in the Stowe and surrounding areas
Reddit community for Vermont residents and visitors
Lost and found pet database; search or report lost pets in your area
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do businesses and the police keep lost and found items?
Most businesses keep items for 30–90 days before discarding them. Advance Transit keeps bus items for about 30 days. The Police Department's retention policy may vary, so call (802) 888-4211 to ask about a specific item.
Do I need to file a police report to claim my lost item?
For most lost items, a police report is not necessary. However, if your item was stolen or lost in a sensitive location, contact the Police Department at (802) 888-4211 to determine if a report should be filed.
Can ReportLost file a report with the police on my behalf?
ReportLost can contact local services as part of its team-assisted search option ($25), but you may also file a report directly by calling (802) 888-4211. Services decide whether to accept reports filed by a third party.
What should I include when describing my lost item?
Provide a clear description of the item's appearance, color, brand, size, and any unique markings. Include the date and location where you believe you lost it, and any identifying details that could help confirm ownership (e.g., initials, serial numbers for electronics).
Are there social media groups where I can post about my lost item?
Yes, join the LOST & FOUND IN VERMONT (802) Facebook group or post in r/vermont on Reddit. For lost pets, use the Stowe, VT Lost Pet Page or PawBoost. Always follow group rules before posting.
Is ReportLost an official government service?
No. ReportLost.org is an independent platform that helps you publish and search for lost items. It does not replace the Police Department, local services, or your own efforts to contact businesses and organizations directly.
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Choose the option that fits your situation. Free publication gets your report online immediately. Paid search options add web monitoring and optional team coordination.
Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Morristown Police Department, the Town of Morristown, Advance Transit, or any other local entity. Publication on ReportLost does not guarantee recovery of your item. For urgent matters or stolen items, contact the Morristown Police Department directly at (802) 888-4211 or 911 in emergencies.