Lost something in Platteville? Report it and keep searching.
File one report and we notify the Platteville Police Department, UW-Platteville University Police, Davis Bus Lines, and local community channels. Your report stays active, automatically matching new found items with your description.
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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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. Include any details that help identify your item, like color, brand, or distinguishing marks.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Platteville Police Department's lost and found, University Police if it happened on campus, bus services, and active community groups searching for lost items in your area.
Your report keeps searching
For the full length of your search period, your report automatically checks new found items and community posts against your description. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check every day.
Where to report a lost item in Platteville
These are the official channels you can contact directly. ReportLost coordinates with them on your behalf.
Platteville Police Department
The main place to report lost items in Platteville. Their lost and found office is staffed during business hours and keeps items for a set period before disposal. We let you know exactly what information they'll need and submit your report to the right desk.
UW-Platteville University Police
If you lost your item on campus, University Police maintain their own lost and found locations across different buildings. They're open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with after-hours non-emergency support. We help you connect with the right department on campus.
Davis Bus Lines (Local Transit)
Platteville's local bus service operates Davis Bus Lines. If you left something behind on a bus, they maintain a lost and found and accept calls during business hours. We connect your report directly to their system.
Community & Social Search
Local Facebook groups dedicated to lost and found items in Platteville are where neighbors often spot and report items. We boost your report across these active community channels so it reaches people checking daily.
⚠️ Spotted incorrect or outdated information? Let us know so we can review it.
The faster you report, the better your chances
Once your item is registered with the police, campus security, and local channels, the work of checking every listing and group becomes ours. You've set the search in motion—now you can relax while your report stays active and watching.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Platteville means reaching out to the police department, checking with campus security if it was near UW-Platteville, contacting the bus company, and scrolling through Facebook groups yourself. It's fragmented, time-consuming, and easy to miss a match while you're busy with life. ReportLost simplifies that.
One report covers all the right channels. More importantly, your report stays active and continues searching for you across local systems and community posts for up to 12 months. You're not piecing together a missing item alone—we handle the coordination while you get on with your day.
Common places where items go missing in Platteville
If you remember where you lost your item, it helps narrow the search.
UW-Platteville Campus
Classrooms, libraries, dormitory common areas, and outdoor quads are frequent spots where wallets, phones, and other personal items are left behind or misplaced.
Downtown Platteville
Retail shops, restaurants, and businesses along Main Street and nearby streets see items left in changing rooms, at checkout counters, and in parking areas.
Local Parks & Recreation Areas
Public parks and outdoor spaces attract visitors who may leave items behind on benches, in grass, or near facilities.
Bus Stops & Transit Stations
Items are frequently left on Davis Bus Lines vehicles, at shelter areas, and along common transit routes through town.
Community channels searching for lost items
These groups actively post and share lost and found reports. Your report reaches them automatically.
Active community group for lost and found animals
Local lost pet alerts and reunification
Platteville and Grant County community pages
Questions about lost and found in Platteville
How long does the Platteville Police Department hold lost items?
The police department's lost and found keeps items during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) at 165 N. 4th St. Items are held for a limited period before disposal, so claiming your item quickly is important. This is why registering your loss right away matters.
What if I lost something on campus at UW-Platteville?
University Police maintain separate lost and found offices in various campus buildings. Call (608) 342-1584 during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) or after-hours for emergencies. We can help you identify which building department handles your specific location.
How do I report something left on a Davis Bus Lines bus?
Contact Davis Bus Lines directly at (608) 744-7035 or donnadavisbuslines@gmail.com. Give them the route, date, and time you were traveling. Our report will alert them and keep the item description active in case it turns up later.
Can I search for my lost item on social media before filing a report?
Checking Facebook groups and Nextdoor is worth doing immediately, but it's also time-consuming and easy to miss posts. Filing a report with us means your item is registered across all official channels and stays actively searched for 12 months—so even if you don't spot it today, the search continues for you.
What information should I have when I report my loss?
Have ready the item description (color, brand, size, any unique marks), the location where you lost it, the date and approximate time, and your contact information. If it was on the bus, note the route number. We'll guide you through exactly what each channel needs.
Is ReportLost.org affiliated with the Platteville Police Department or UW-Platteville?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that coordinates with official lost and found channels on your behalf. We're not an official city or university department—we're a tool that simplifies the reporting process and keeps your search active long-term. The police and university agencies handle the actual lost and found operations.
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Ready to report?
The sooner your loss is registered and broadcast to the right channels, the higher your chances of recovery. Once your report is filed, your search period begins—and we keep looking for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Platteville Police Department, UW-Platteville, Davis Bus Lines, or any other official Platteville agency. We coordinate lost item reports on your behalf with these organizations, but we do not replace their services. Always verify current contact information and business hours directly with these entities.