Lost something in Bothell East? Here are the offices that take your report.
One report and we route it to the Bothell Police Department, the relevant lost and found offices across the city, and active local social channels. Your report stays active, so you don't have to check back yourself.
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 it works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the exact details the right offices need to search their systems.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Bothell Police lost and found, City Hall, Community Transit if it was on a bus, UW Bothell if on campus, and local Facebook groups and Nextdoor all at once.
Your report keeps searching for a match
For the duration of your search period (12 months), your report stays active and continues to cross-check new found items, posts, and announcements. You get an alert if a credible match surfaces, so you can move forward without checking daily.
Where lost items end up in Bothell East
And how to reach each office if you prefer to call yourself
Bothell Police Department
The police hold lost and found items at their main office. An appointment is required to claim property. We confirm the precinct covers your loss location and connect your report directly to their system.
Police Department|Business Line: (425) 486-1254|Non-Emergency: (425) 577-5656
Bothell City Hall
City Hall can assist with lost items reported on city property or in public spaces. We help route your report to the appropriate city department so you reach the right desk.
Community Transit Lost & Found
If you left something on a Community Transit bus or Sound Transit vehicle, the Ride Store can help. Items can be picked up within days. We generate the specifics you need to submit a report and track it.
UW Bothell Campus Safety
Lost something on the UW Bothell campus? Campus Safety maintains a lost and found and can search their records. We direct your report to the right desk at safety services.
Lost or Found Pet
If you've lost a cat or dog in Bothell East, contact the Everett Animal Shelter right away, they hold strays for a minimum of 72 hours. You can also post in local pet groups that cover the area. When you file a priority lost pet report with us, we alert these services and pet-specific networks simultaneously so your pet gets maximum visibility.
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The sooner you report, the better your chances
Once your report is filed and routed, you've done the hard part. Our team takes it from there, keeping your search active and watching for matches continuously. You can stop worrying and start hoping.
Report my lost item →Bothell East sits at the intersection of Snohomish and King counties, with a bustling downtown, UW Bothell campus, transit hubs, and plenty of shopping and dining areas. That also means a lost wallet, ring, phone, or bag could end up at the police precinct, the city, Community Transit, campus security, or scattered across neighborhood Facebook posts and lost-pet groups. Tracking down which office has your item, calling each one, checking multiple social channels, and monitoring marketplaces yourself takes time you don't have.
ReportLost streamlines that entire process. File one report with us, and we notify the Bothell Police Department, City Hall, transit services, and local community channels automatically. Better yet, your report doesn't go dormant after a day or two. It stays active throughout your entire search period, continuously matching incoming found items and posts against your description so you can rest assured the search continues, even when you're not refreshing your browser.
Common places people lose items in Bothell East
Wherever you lost something, your report reaches the right local channels
Downtown Bothell & Main Street
Shopping, dining, and local businesses along 101st Avenue NE and the surrounding retail district are frequent sites of lost wallets, rings, and phones.
UW Bothell Campus
Libraries, student centers, parking lots, and transit connections on the university grounds see regular lost items, from phones to backpacks to keys.
Community Transit Stations & Buses
Purses, jackets, and personal items left behind on Community Transit and Sound Transit vehicles get routed to the Ride Store for retrieval.
Bothell Parks & Public Spaces
Parks, trails, and waterfront areas near the Sammamish River are popular gathering spots where items go missing.
Residential & Shopping Centers
Shopping centers, apartment complexes, and parking lots throughout the city account for many lost reports, especially near major intersections.
Local social networks where found items get posted
Bothell residents actively share lost and found alerts in these communities
Facebook group dedicated to lost and found pets in the Bothell area
Large regional Facebook group covering King County, including Bothell
Bothell subreddit where residents post lost items and pets
Neighborhood app connecting Bothell residents with local lost and found alerts
Bothell neighborhood and community-specific groups where lost items are shared
Questions about lost items in Bothell East
How long does the Bothell Police hold lost and found items?
The Bothell Police Department holds lost items for a standard period before they may be disposed of or donated. Call (425) 486-1254 to ask about the timeline for your specific item. An appointment is required to claim property.
How quickly can I pick up a found item from Community Transit?
Lost items on Community Transit buses can typically be picked up from the Ride Store the next business day. Contact (425) 348-2350 to confirm your item has been found and arrange pickup.
What should I do if I lost something on campus at UW Bothell?
Contact Campus Safety at (425) 352-5359 or email uwb-safety@uw.edu to report your lost item and check their lost and found office in person during business hours.
How do I report a lost pet in Bothell?
Contact the Everett Animal Shelter at (425) 257-6000 immediately, as they hold stray animals for a minimum of 72 hours. Also post in the Lost Pets of Bothell Facebook group and r/bothell for visibility. Filing a priority lost pet report with us ensures automatic alerts to these channels.
What if my item is lost but I'm not sure where?
Even if you're uncertain of the exact location, report it with your best estimate. We'll notify the likely offices (police, transit, city) and route your report to the relevant channels. The Bothell Police non-emergency line (425) 577-5656 can also help you determine where to report based on your last known location.
Is ReportLost.org an official city or police service?
No, ReportLost is an independent service. We're not affiliated with the Bothell Police Department, City of Bothell, or any government agency. However, we work as your advocate to notify all the official lost and found offices and local channels on your behalf, saving you time and ensuring your report reaches everywhere it should go. We complement the work of local services, not replace it.
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Where to file your report
File your report now and let us connect you with every lost and found office, transit service, and community channel that might have your item. Your report stays active throughout your search, so you can focus on your day while the search continues.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Bothell Police Department, City of Bothell, Community Transit, Sound Transit, UW Bothell, Everett Animal Shelter, or any other local government or public agency. We work to route your lost item report to the appropriate official channels and community resources on your behalf. Always follow up directly with official offices for the most current information about lost item procedures and timelines.