Lost something in Morgantown? Here are the offices that take your report.
File one report and we notify the Morgantown Police Department, City Hall, Mountain Line Transit, local businesses, and active community channels. Then our system scans the web continuously for matches across marketplaces, social groups, and lost & found pages 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
Across the United States
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Morgantown
You describe what you lost
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We capture all the details needed to route your report to the right Morgantown authorities and channels.
We route it to the right places
Your report reaches the Morgantown Police Department, City Hall, Mountain Line Transit (if applicable), and local community groups and marketplaces. No back-and-forth calls needed.
We monitor for matches automatically
For months, our system searches the web, local Facebook groups, Reddit, classified sites, and community channels for posts matching your lost item. You get an alert the moment we find a credible lead, so you never miss it.
Where to report a lost item in Morgantown
Your reporting channels, and what ReportLost does for you
Morgantown Police Department
The official place to file a lost item report. They log your loss and keep records. We tell you which non-emergency line to call and what details to have ready.
City of Morgantown
City Hall maintains a central lost & found registry and can point you toward the right department if your item was lost at a public facility. We help you craft the right message and know which desk to contact.
Mountain Line Transit
If you left something on a Mountain Line bus in Morgantown or Monongalia County, they have a lost & found system. We generate the exact information to include when you contact them.
Morgantown Municipal Airport
Lost something in the terminal or on an airport bus? Contact United Airlines baggage services or the airport directly. We identify whether your loss falls under airport jurisdiction and what to ask for.
Lost Pet?
Missing dog, cat, or other pet? Local animal control and community groups in Morgantown respond fast to pet reports. Time matters. file a priority lost pet report
⚠️ Spotted incorrect or outdated information? Let us know so we can review it.
Don't juggle phone calls. Let us do the routing.
Every hour you wait is an hour your item sits somewhere. File your report now and let our system take it from there, alerting you to matches as they surface.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Morgantown means contacting the police, checking the city's lost & found, calling Mountain Line if it was on a bus, and then manually scrolling through Facebook groups and Reddit threads for weeks hoping someone posts it. Each office has its own process, its own phone lines, and its own timeline. ReportLost collapses all that friction into one form.
After you submit, our team routes your report to the right departments and channels, and here's what changes your life: we don't stop there. We run automated searches across the entire public web, scanning local groups, marketplaces, and transit alerts repeatedly, 24/7, for months. You stay informed through alerts, not constant checking. Once you report, you can breathe.
Common places items are lost in Morgantown
We route your report to lost & found services covering these zones
Downtown Morgantown
High-traffic retail, restaurants, and offices around Spruce and High Streets where wallets, phones, and keys vanish fastest.
WVU Campus
West Virginia University area, including libraries, dormitories, and academic buildings where students frequently report lost items.
Mountain Line Bus Routes
Items left on buses serving Morgantown and Monongalia County. Mountain Line dispatch has a dedicated lost & found system.
Monongalia County Retail
Shopping centers, restaurants, and commercial areas throughout the region where everyday losses occur.
Morgantown community channels we monitor
These groups actively post found items. We scan them for you.
Facebook community group
Regional Facebook group
Reddit community
Questions about losing and finding items in Morgantown
How long does the Morgantown Police Department keep lost items?
Items are typically held for 30 to 90 days depending on the nature of the item and local policy. Contact the non-emergency line at 304-284-7522 to confirm how long your specific item will be kept.
What happens if I leave something on a Mountain Line bus?
Mountain Line has a central lost & found system. Call or visit their website to report what you lost, and they'll check if it's been turned in to dispatch.
Can I file a report at City Hall instead of the Police Department?
City Hall can direct you and help coordinate, but the Morgantown Police Department is the primary reporting authority. We'll make sure your report reaches both and any other relevant offices.
How does ReportLost's automated monitoring work?
We continuously search the public web, including local Facebook groups like 'Morgantown WV Lost and Found', Reddit's r/MorgantownWV, classified listings, and marketplace posts. If we find a credible match to your description, you receive an alert immediately.
What if I lose something at the airport?
Contact United Airlines baggage services at 800-335-2247 or the Morgantown Municipal Airport directly. We'll include airport channels in your report routing.
Is ReportLost.org official or affiliated with the Morgantown Police Department?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with any police department or government agency. We complement official channels by automating the notification process and monitoring public web sources on your behalf. You're always encouraged to file a police report directly as well.
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Ready to get your report in front of the right people?
The sooner you file, the sooner our system begins searching. Once your report is live, we handle the monitoring while you focus on other things.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service. We are not affiliated with the Morgantown Police Department, City of Morgantown, Mountain Line Transit, Morgantown Municipal Airport, or any other government or private entity. We route reports and monitor public online channels to assist you, but filing an official police report remains your responsibility and is always recommended for valuable items.