REPORTING A LOST OR STOLEN ITEM:
- It is recommended that you call FWPD’s teleservice line at 260-427-1340 to file a report. Please include detailed information to expedite finding the owner and return of property.
SUBMITTING LOST ITEM TO POLICE DEPARTMENT:
- If you find a lost item within Fort Wayne city limits and would like to submit to the Fort Wayne Police Department, please call 260-427-1340.
Found items can be retrieved, by appointment only, from the FWPD Property Room-Monday through Friday, 8:00 am-6:00 p.m. Please call 260-427-2034 to schedule an appointment. Per Indiana state law, found items are held at the police department for 30 days before disposal. Items that have a value of $100 or more are sent to online auction.
Prior to coming to the police department to claim a lost item you must have the following items to show proof of ownership and identification:
- A valid state issued photo ID
- Proof of Ownership (at least one below):
- Police report number
- Purchase receipt
- Description of item in detail
- Photograph that shows possession of lost item