Lost your wallet, ring, or pet in Elkins? Report it and recover it.
One report reaches the Elkins Police Department, City Hall, Randolph County Humane Society, and active local community channels. Your report stays active, continuously searching for a match.
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 October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Elkins
You file a detailed report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We capture everything needed to alert the right local authorities and community groups in Elkins.
We notify the right channels
Your report goes directly to the Elkins Police Department, City Hall, local animal control if it's a pet, and relevant Facebook groups and community networks across Randolph County.
Your report keeps searching for you
You don't have to check lost and found boards or community posts every day. Your report stays active and automatically matches against new found items reported across local channels for your entire search period.
Where to report a lost item in Elkins
These channels matter, but ReportLost connects you to all of them in one step.
Elkins Police Department
File a lost item report with the Elkins Police Department. We identify which department handles your location and prepare the key details you'll need when you call or visit.
401 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV 26241|Call 304-636-1414 ext. 1535
City of Elkins
Elkins City Hall maintains records of items turned in by residents and businesses. We ensure your report reaches the right city office so they know to watch for your lost possession.
Country Roads Transit
If you lost something on a Country Roads Transit bus in Elkins, contact their office directly. We provide the exact information and timeline to include in your inquiry.
Elkins Airport
Traveling through Elkins Airport? Report lost items directly to the airport office. We help you include all identifying details that make retrieval faster.
Lost or Missing Pet
Losing a cat or dog is urgent. The Randolph County Humane Society and local animal control are your first calls, and we make sure they know immediately. We also post to pet recovery networks so other residents can help. File a priority lost pet report.
⚠️ Spotted incorrect or outdated information? Let us know so we can review it.
Start your search right now
The sooner you report, the faster the word spreads. Once your report is filed, our team handles the notifications while you focus on other leads. Your report will stay active and searching for months.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Elkins, whether it's a purse at a local business, a ring in a park, or a beloved cat in the neighborhood, means juggling calls to the police department, checking social media groups, contacting the humane society, and hoping someone posts a photo. Each agency and group operates separately, and time matters. ReportLost simplifies this by sending your information to all the right places at once, so you're covered everywhere at once.
Once you report, you can stop worrying about daily searches. Your report stays active for months, automatically cross-checking new found items and posts to catch a match the moment it appears. If you've lost a pet, we prioritize the animal rescue and humane society channels that matter most in Randolph County.
Common places where items are lost in Elkins
Lost something in one of these spots? Let us know, and we'll alert the right local businesses and services.
Downtown Elkins
Shops, restaurants, and offices along Main Street and Davis Avenue are hubs for lost wallets, phones, and jewelry.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Local parks and green spaces attract residents on weekends. Rings, keys, and personal items often turn up here.
Elkins Airport
Travelers frequently leave bags, electronics, and accessories at the airport or on the shuttle.
Country Roads Transit Buses
Items left on buses are common; reporting immediately increases the chance of recovery.
Community and social channels in Elkins
Local groups and neighbors help spread the word. We make sure your report reaches them.
Facebook group for lost and found pets across the county
Official city Facebook and social channels
Reddit community where residents share local news
Questions about lost items in Elkins
How long do the Elkins Police Department and City Hall keep lost items?
The Elkins Police Department and City Hall may hold items for 30 to 90 days before releasing them to charity or disposal. Contact them immediately at 304-636-1414 to check if your item is in their lost and found. The sooner you report, the sooner you can retrieve it.
What if I lost something on a Country Roads Transit bus?
Call Country Roads Transit at 304-636-6472 as soon as possible. Describe your item and the route. Buses typically hold items for a limited time before they're discarded or donated. We include all this information in your report.
I lost my cat in Elkins. What's the fastest way to get help?
Call the Randolph County Humane Society at 304-636-7844 immediately, and also contact Randolph County Animal Control at 304-630-6191. Post to the Randolph County WV Lost & Found Pets Facebook group. ReportLost alerts all these channels at once and keeps your pet report active for months.
What if I lost something at Elkins Airport?
Contact the airport office at 304-636-2726 right away. The airport maintains a lost and found, but items are not held indefinitely. Office hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday, and 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM on weekends.
Can ReportLost work with local police and businesses in Elkins?
Yes. ReportLost is an independent service that connects directly with the Elkins Police Department, City Hall, the Randolph County Humane Society, and local community groups. We don't replace the police, but we make sure your report reaches all the right local channels at once and stays active while you search.
Lost & found in nearby cities
File your report today
Every hour counts when you've lost something important. Report now, and let our team handle the notifications to police, City Hall, local businesses, and community groups. Your report will keep searching for a match for up to a year.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Elkins Police Department, City of Elkins, Country Roads Transit, Elkins Airport, Randolph County Humane Society, or Randolph County Animal Control. We route your report to these official channels and community groups, but we do not operate their lost and found services. For emergencies, always call 911.