Lost something in St. Francis? Report it and keep searching.
Submit one report and we route it to the St. Francis Police Department, MCTS Lost & Found (if transit-related), Mitchell Airport (if applicable), and active local community channels. Your report stays active for up to 12 months, automatically matching against new found item posts.
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 August 24, 2026.
How ReportLost works in St. Francis
You describe your lost item
Tell us what you've lost, where, and when. We collect all the details needed for the right St. Francis departments and community groups.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the St. Francis Police, MCTS if it's a bus loss, Mitchell Airport if relevant, and we post to local Facebook groups and community boards so neighbors can help.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report stays active and continuously matches against new found items posted online. You get an alert the moment a credible match surfaces, so you don't have to check multiple sites every day.
Where lost items typically end up in St. Francis
Know the right place to look and how to report.
St. Francis Police Department
Items turned in to local police are logged in their lost and found records. If you've lost something in a public space or believe a crime is involved, the police is your first stop. We identify which precinct covers your location and ensure your report is filed correctly.
MCTS Lost & Found (Milwaukee County Transit)
Left something on a Milwaukee County Transit bus passing through or stopping in St. Francis? MCTS has a dedicated lost and found hotline. They hold items for a set period. We can help you prepare the exact details to report.
Mitchell Airport
If your loss happened at General Mitchell International Airport, their lost and found team can help. TSA also maintains a separate system for items left at security checkpoints. We point you to the right desk and what information to have ready.
City Hall & Local Offices
St. Francis City Clerk's office and other municipal departments sometimes receive turned-in items. We guide you on where to call and what to ask for based on where your loss occurred.
Lost Pet in St. Francis?
A missing cat or dog needs faster action. MADACC (Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission) serves St. Francis and maintains a lost and found pet network. Posting to local lost pet groups on Facebook and contacting animal control immediately is critical. For urgent help coordinating your search, file a priority lost pet report.
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The sooner you report, the better
Time matters when something goes missing. The first few hours increase the chance a found item is still in someone's hands or at a staffed lost and found desk. Once you submit your report, the legwork of contacting the right departments and posting to community channels starts immediately. You don't have to spend your day on hold.
Report my lost item →Losing something in St. Francis means navigating the police department, transit lost and found, community Facebook groups, and neighborhood apps all separately. Each system has its own process, phone lines, and timelines. By the time you've called MCTS at their hotline and posted to the town hall group, hours have passed.
ReportLost simplifies this. One report reaches the St. Francis Police, MCTS Lost & Found, and local community channels at once. More importantly, your report doesn't sit idle after submission. It stays active and keeps searching automatically for a match among new found items, so you can breathe easy knowing someone is still looking for your wallet, ring, or phone while you go about your day.
Common St. Francis locations where items are lost
Items are often turned in at nearby businesses, transit stops, and public spaces.
Downtown St. Francis & Howard Avenue
The main commercial corridor where shops, offices, and transit hubs are centered. Lost wallets and phones frequently turn up at local businesses along this stretch.
Lake Michigan & Waterfront Areas
Popular for recreation and walks. Items lost near the water are sometimes found and reported by residents or park staff.
MCTS Bus Stops & Transit Zones
Backpacks, purses, and bags are commonly left on buses. MCTS lost and found is the first place to check if your loss happened on a route passing through St. Francis.
Residential Neighborhoods
Keys, rings, and personal items lost while walking or at community events often get posted on neighborhood Facebook groups by neighbors who find them.
Mitchell Airport (General Mitchell International)
If you were traveling and lost something at the airport itself, their dedicated team and TSA handle those cases separately.
St. Francis community channels
Neighbors and local groups help spread the word about found items.
Facebook community group for neighborhood discussion and lost item posts
Reddit forum covering the greater Milwaukee area, including St. Francis
Official municipal page sometimes shares found item alerts
Free resource for missing pets across Wisconsin, active 24/7
Frequently asked questions about lost items in St. Francis
How long does the St. Francis Police Department keep lost and found items?
Contact the St. Francis Police Department at their non-emergency number or visit their office to confirm retention periods. Items are typically held for a defined window before donation or disposal.
I lost something on an MCTS bus. How do I check their lost and found?
Call MCTS Lost & Found hotline at 414-937-3206 from 8 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Have your bus route number and trip details ready. You can also submit an online report at ridemctds.com.
My item was lost at Mitchell Airport. Who should I contact?
For items in the terminal, contact Mitchell Airport Lost & Found. For items left at TSA security checkpoints, contact TSA directly at 414-238-6015 or wicoordinationcenter@tsa.dhs.gov.
What's the fastest way to report a lost pet in St. Francis?
Call MADACC immediately at 414-649-8640. They serve St. Francis and can begin helping you right away. Post to local lost pet Facebook groups and Lost Dogs of Wisconsin (active 24/7) at the same time.
How long will ReportLost keep searching for my item?
Your report stays active for your entire search period, up to 12 months depending on your selection. We continuously match your description against new found item posts, alerts, and marketplace listings, so you don't have to manually check every site.
Is ReportLost official? Does it replace calling the police or MCTS?
ReportLost is an independent service that coordinates reporting on your behalf. We don't replace the police or MCTS, but we ensure your information reaches them quickly and accurately, and we keep your report searchable in the community while you wait. For urgent safety concerns, always call 911.
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Report your lost item now
The moment you submit, we begin routing your report to the St. Francis Police, MCTS, local community groups, and other relevant channels. Your search doesn't end when you finish the form, it begins. Let your report do the searching while you focus on your day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the St. Francis Police Department, MCTS, Mitchell Airport, MADACC, or any other government or transit agency. We coordinate reporting and community outreach on your behalf but do not replace official lost and found processes. Always contact relevant authorities directly for urgent matters.