Lost something in Auburn? Report it and we'll find it.
File one report with us, and we'll notify the Auburn Police Department, King County Animal Services, local transit agencies, and monitor Auburn's community channels continuously for matches. Our system scans the web automatically so you don't have to.
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
Washington : the owner's claim window is 60 days, shorter than in most states, and a finder must report the find within 7 days. (RCW 63.21)
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 you recover what's missing
You tell us what happened
Describe your lost item, where you left it, and when. We collect the details you'd need to file reports yourself, then do the filing for you.
We connect the right people
Your report reaches Auburn Police, local lost and found desks, transit agencies, and animal shelters depending on what and where you lost it. We know which office handles each location.
We watch for it automatically
Our system monitors Auburn's Facebook groups, Nextdoor, local marketplaces, and community pages for 12 months, flagging potential matches in real time. You get an alert if something matching your loss appears online.
Where lost items end up in Auburn
Here's how to handle each situation on your own, or let us do it for you.
Auburn Police Department
If you lost your item in a public place or believe it was stolen, the Auburn Police Department maintains a lost property log. Items are held for a set period before donation. We determine whether your loss location is in Auburn PD jurisdiction and file a report on your behalf.
Public Transit (Sound Transit & Community Transit)
Lost something on a bus or at the Auburn Transit Center? Sound Transit and Community Transit each maintain lost and found offices. Items left on Pierce Transit buses are held separately. We contact the right transit agency based on your route and file the report so you don't have to.
Lost or Found Pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet, time is critical. Contact Auburn Valley Humane Society or King County Animal Services immediately, and post in Auburn's active pet recovery groups. We coordinate with local shelters and post to the right community channels. File a priority lost pet report to get faster visibility.
Retail Stores & Shopping Centers
Lost an item at Auburn Mall, a grocery store, or a local shop? Contact the business directly first, then report to us. We generate the exact description and details to include, and track mentions across Auburn's social media and neighborhood groups.
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The sooner you report, the better your chances
Objects found in Auburn are often held for just days or weeks before being discarded or donated. Filing a report early keeps your item at the top of people's minds and gives us more time to scan the web for matches. Once your report is with us, we handle the monitoring.
Report my lost item →Auburn stretches across multiple neighborhoods, transit zones, and commercial areas, which means a lost item could end up with the Auburn Police Department, a local business, King County transit, or in the hands of neighbors who found it. That's where the confusion starts: which office do you call? Did someone post it on Facebook? Is it sitting at the Auburn Transit Center or a nearby shop?
ReportLost simplifies this. Instead of chasing down phone numbers for each department, contacting Auburn PD yourself, then checking Facebook groups and Nextdoor daily for months, you report once to us. We route your loss to the right places and keep watch on Auburn's online community channels while you move on with your day. If a match shows up anywhere, we alert you immediately.
Places where Auburn residents commonly lose things
Each area has its own lost and found network. We know where to look.
Downtown Auburn & Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and offices along Main Street and the central business district see frequent lost items. Local businesses keep a collective eye out, and Auburn Police handles reports filed downtown.
Auburn Transit Center & Bus Stops
Items left on buses or at the Transit Center are processed through Sound Transit and Community Transit lost and found systems. Items are logged and held according to transit schedules.
Auburn Valley & Residential Areas
Pets and personal items lost in neighborhoods often show up in community Facebook groups and Nextdoor, where neighbors post findings and ask for owners. Our monitoring catches these posts.
Auburn Mall & Shopping Districts
Retail centers and malls have their own security and lost property desks. We contact the right mall office and track social media alerts from shoppers in the area.
Auburn's community channels for lost and found
Beyond official offices, neighbors help neighbors recover lost items online. We monitor these channels automatically.
Facebook group for pet recovery (posts and mutual alerts)
Facebook group supporting pet reunification efforts
Auburn subreddit where locals post lost items and sightings
Neighborhood app where residents share lost and found items locally
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Auburn
How long does Auburn Police hold lost items?
Auburn Police's lost property division holds unclaimed items for a set period before donation or disposal. Items are typically held longer if you file a formal report. We file that report for you immediately to protect your item's timeline.
What if I lost my item on a Sound Transit or Community Transit bus?
Sound Transit handles lost items on its regional buses and facilities. Community Transit serves the northern areas around Auburn. Each transit agency maintains a lost and found line and online form. We contact the correct agency based on your route and file a report.
If I find a pet in Auburn, who do I call?
Contact Auburn Valley Humane Society at (253) 249-7849 or King County Animal Services at (206) 296-7387. You can also post in the Lost & Found Pets of Auburn groups on Facebook. We assist with coordinating notifications if you're searching for your own lost pet.
How often should I check for updates on my lost item?
Once you report with us, our system monitors Auburn's Facebook groups, Nextdoor, classified listings, and community pages continuously for 12 months. You'll receive an alert if a potential match appears online. You don't need to check daily yourself.
Does ReportLost replace filing a police report?
No. We handle the logistics of filing your loss in the right places (Auburn Police, transit agencies, shelters) and automate the web monitoring so you don't have to. You always have the option to call Auburn Police directly at 253-288-2121 (non-emergency) or file reports independently.
Is ReportLost.org official or affiliated with Auburn Police?
ReportLost is an independent service. We're not affiliated with Auburn Police, King County, Sound Transit, or any local government agency. We work alongside official channels to speed up the process of reporting your loss and monitoring for matches online. All links to official agencies are provided for your reference and direct contact.
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Ready to report your lost item?
The faster you file, the sooner we begin monitoring Auburn's community channels and coordinating with local lost and found offices. Fill out your report below and let us handle the follow-up.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found service and is not affiliated with the City of Auburn, Auburn Police Department, King County, Sound Transit, Community Transit, Auburn Valley Humane Society, or any other government or official agency referenced on this page. We provide links to official resources for your convenience and coordinate reporting on your behalf, but all official filings and verifications remain the responsibility of the respective agencies. Always contact emergency services (911) for theft, missing persons, or urgent situations.