Lost your wallet, ring, or pet in Rawlins? Report it once and let us do the rest.
One report routes to the Rawlins Police Department, Animal Control, the Rawlins Rochelle Animal Shelter, and active local social channels. Your report stays active, so you won't have to search alone.
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 ReportLost Works
You describe your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We collect the details that matter to the right people in Rawlins.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to the Rawlins Police Department, Animal Control, local shelters, and the social channels where people actually post found items.
Your report keeps searching for you
We don't send you off to monitor Facebook groups yourself. Your active report continues to match against new found posts, lost & found channels, and community alerts for your entire search period, with notifications if a match looks promising.
Where to Report a Lost Item in Rawlins
Here's what each channel does, and how ReportLost saves you the legwork.
Rawlins Police Department
The police keep records of lost items and can connect you with found property that's been turned in. They also file reports that can help if the item turns up later. We generate your report with the right level of detail and submit it to the correct desk.
Rawlins City Hall
City Hall handles lost and found inquiries for items lost in city facilities or public spaces. We know which department to reach and what information they need.
Rawlins Public Transportation (C.A.T.S. Bus)
Lost something on the bus? The City of Rawlins C.A.T.S. Bus runs Tuesday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4 PM. Call them directly to check their lost and found, or let us know and we'll make sure they're notified of your report.
Rawlins Municipal Airport
If you lost something at the airport, contact Rawlins Municipal Airport directly. They maintain their own lost and found for items left in the terminal.
Lost Pet Reports
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet, contact Animal Control or the Rawlins Rochelle Animal Shelter immediately. They're open Monday through Friday from 3 to 5:30 PM, and they maintain records of all lost and found animals in the area. We make sure your pet report reaches them fast and stays in their system. file a priority lost pet report
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you file, the sooner your report can start matching with found items and community alerts. Fill out your report now, and we'll route it to the right departments and channels while you get back to your day.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Rawlins means juggling separate phone calls, figuring out which police precinct handles your neighborhood, checking multiple Facebook groups, and hoping someone posts a found item in the right place. The pieces of the solution are scattered across the Rawlins Police Department, Animal Control, social media, and word of mouth, and there's no single system to keep your case active.
ReportLost consolidates all of that into one report. You file once, and we notify the Rawlins Police Department, Animal Control, the Rawlins Rochelle Animal Shelter, and the community channels where locals post found items. Better yet, your report doesn't close after a day or a week, it stays active and continues to search for a match across the community for months, so you can breathe easier knowing the search is ongoing.
Common Places to Lose Things in Rawlins
Lost items often show up in these neighborhoods and public spaces. Let us know where yours went missing.
Downtown Rawlins
Around Cedar and 5th Streets, where City Hall and the Police Department are located, items lost on Main Street often come through the city's found property system.
Rawlins Municipal Airport
Items left at gates, in waiting areas, or in rental car shuttles sometimes end up with airport staff or rental agencies.
C.A.T.S. Bus Routes
Lost on a Tuesday through Friday ride? The bus's lost and found holds items for a period of time before they're cleared.
East Rawlins
The Rawlins Rochelle Animal Shelter and surrounding neighborhoods, where lost pets are often spotted and brought in.
Community Lost & Found Channels
People in Rawlins share found items on these platforms. We post your report to the active channels so locals know to look for your item.
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets in the area
Broader regional group covering Rawlins and Carbon County
Official page where police updates and community alerts appear
Neighborhood network where locals post found items and community notices
Questions About Reporting Lost Items in Rawlins
How long does the Rawlins Police Department hold lost items?
The police typically hold lost and found items for a set period. Call them at 307-328-4530 to ask about their current retention policy. ReportLost keeps your report active during this window and beyond, so you're covered even after initial holds expire.
What if I lost something on the C.A.T.S. Bus?
Contact the Rawlins Public Transportation office at 307-320-5267 right away. The bus runs Tuesday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4 PM. Describe your item clearly. We'll make sure they receive your report and check their lost and found against your description.
If I lost a pet, what do I do first?
Call Animal Control at 307-328-4534 or visit the Rawlins Rochelle Animal Shelter (open Monday to Friday, 3 to 5:30 PM). Post on local Facebook groups like Rawlins Pet Lost & Found right away. File a ReportLost priority pet report so we keep searching across all channels for months.
Does the Rawlins Municipal Airport have a lost and found?
Yes. If you lost something at the airport, call them at 307-324-2361 as soon as possible and describe what you left behind. Check back regularly or ask staff to contact you if something matching your item arrives.
How does ReportLost help if I've already called the police and posted on Facebook?
ReportLost takes over the ongoing search. Instead of you re-posting every week and checking groups manually, your report stays active in our system and continues to match new found posts and community alerts automatically. If a match appears, we alert you, so you're not juggling multiple channels anymore.
Is ReportLost.org an official service of the City of Rawlins or the police department?
No, ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We're not part of the Rawlins Police Department or City Hall, but we integrate with them and route your report to the right departments. We stay active longer and help you search more efficiently than making calls alone.
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You've got a window where active reporting and community alerts make a real difference. File your report, let us handle routing it to the right places, and know that your search continues in the background for months to come.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found service and is not affiliated with the Rawlins Police Department, City of Rawlins, Carbon County Sheriff, Rawlins Public Transportation, Rawlins Municipal Airport, Animal Control, or the Rawlins Rochelle Animal Shelter. We work with these organizations and channels to help you report lost items, but we do not replace official police reports or their services. Always contact official agencies directly for items of significant value or legal importance. For emergencies, call 911.