
Here's how it works...
1. Your bike gets stolen. Oh no!
2. You file a theft report, and let us know about your stolen bike.
3. We receive your report. After reviewing it, we will post it on the main page. We mainly review reports to weed out spam and make minor editorial corrections to formatting.
4. Your theft report, including your bike's photo, last known location, and date of theft, are posted on our site. Your report also goes into our automatically compiled statistics and is shown on our report map. And, if you're lucky, someone might see your bike and contact you directly and return your bike.
The old Stolen Bike Registry is still available. We're moving old listings into the new system as we get time to do it.
Important: See Mr Bike's tips on IDing your bike before it gets stolen!
Stolen from...
Galter Pavilion, chained to bike rack to right of entrance
675 St Clair
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Thursday, July 2nd, 2009 10:33 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
used, yellow chain, single speed, black carbon seat, front brake only,
• Bicycle Type: Fixed Gear / Track Bike
• Color: grey/yellow
• Size: large, i'm 6'2"
• Owner Name: damien ellens
• Contact Email: damien.j.ellens
at
ygmail.com
• Contact Phone Number: 203 824 3564
• Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to bike rack.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: 11 hours
• How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of an open business.
Incident Description:
i am a resident physician at northwestern, i lock my bike to the same bike rack every morning in front of the galter entrance at 5:45 am, every day, today i get out of work, at 5:30 pm, bike is gone, no lock, no sign of a struggle, its my only means of transport, who steals a bike from a hospital??!!
Stolen from...
Oak Street Beach / Surrounding area
Michigan ave
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Sunday, June 28th, 2009 8:48 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
There is a front fender fixed to the bike and no back fender. The back tire is brand new (slightly larger than the front tire) and has one of those special air pump tubes while the front tire is a traditional regular air thing. The right handle bar has a brand new grip shift as well as the left side. The bike has been reworked manytimes due it being so old. Thanks
• Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
• Color: Black and really beat up
• Police Report No.: HR402813
• Size: 26" with a high seat that will not go down due to rust
• Owner Name: Kevin D-man
• Contact Email: lrg.one47
at
gmail.com
• Contact Phone Number: 708 771-6761
• Lock Type: Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
• What was the bike locked to?: Bike was locked only to itself.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: 3 hours
• How was the bike locked?: Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
• How was the lock defeated?: Other situation, please describe below.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
Incident Description:
the bike in the picture is what my bike looks like. that is not my bike however. My seat is raised to fit a 6'5" individual. And it had a soft seat cover plus a brand new grip shift on the right handlebar.
Stolen from...
Between Millennium Park and Art Institute
Monroe St. opposite the new modern wing of the Art Institute.
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 4:00 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Very good condition, Forte Titan front and rear wheels, Shimano 105 drive train, Mountainsmith wedge pack on seatpost
• Bicycle Type: Road Bike
• Color: Dark Metallic Green
• Size: 55 or 57cm
• Owner Name: Sashil Kapur
• Contact Email: sashil
at
gmail.com
• Contact Phone Number: 3144948681
• Lock Type: Other
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to bike rack.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: Approximately four hours
• How was the bike locked?: Other situation, please describe below.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Other situation, please describe below.
Incident Description:
The bike was parked with the front wheel removed and cable locked (with combo) to rear wheel, locked to a bike rack on Monroe St. in between Millennium Park and the Art Institute. Went to the Taste for a few hours, came back and bike was gone. Buddy's bike was still present.
Stolen from...
Southport/wrigleyville
Southport and Irving Park Rd.
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Monday, June 29th, 2009 1:00 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Almost brand new, about a year old. Some rusting on the gears and a few scratches on the frame but still looks new.
• Bicycle Type: Road Bike
• Color: Blue
• Size: 26"
• Owner Name: Tom
• Contact Email: tmdever
at
ilstu.edu
• Contact Phone Number: (847) 217-8888
• Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: 3 days or so
• How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Porch or yard.
Incident Description:
The bike had been locked up outside my residence for a couple of days. I noticed it missing along with the cable that was binding it when I returned from work but the theft could have occured overnight.
Stolen from...
Northwestern University
300 E. Chicago Ave.
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 1:00 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Decent condition. small dent in frame and some scrapes on the frame. Other distinguishing features include spotted red handlebar tape, pedals with spd/foot option, as well as an attached front and rear lights. Also a small bag under the seat.
• Bicycle Type: Road Bike
• Color: Red/Black/Silver
• Size: 52 inches.
• Owner Name: Luke H.
• Contact Email: lukeherro
at
gmail.com
• Contact Phone Number: 920 5402418
• Lock Type: Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to bike rack.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: Up to 9 hours.
• How was the bike locked?: Only the frame was locked a solid object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Other situation, please describe below.
Incident Description:
I left my bike locked at the bike rack and took a bus to the Evanston campus. The bike was parked their all day and could have been stolen at any time during the day. I believe the most likely scenario is that the lock was defeated.
Stolen from...
Lincoln Park
1940 N. Sheffield
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Monday, June 29th, 2009 5:41 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
It was in good condition- a Silver GT- Backwoods- with a mini-speedometer on the handle bars. It had the horns on the bike that were black. I had recently had the neck stolen so It had a new Bontrager neck- The bike has black handle bars- shox in the front. It once had a water bottle holder, but that was stolen in the city as well so now it has just the screws where their once was a water bottle holder. The GT stickers are pretty chipped as I have taken this bike on some pretty significant off road trails. So the bike is pretty dirty. Distinctive feature would be that the front tire is a Mountain off road tire, while the back has a hybrid/Road tire. The bike needed a tune up so the geers kind of click so you can hear the bike riding from bout 15 feet away. Also one pedal is beat up so it is only rideable on the one side of the pedal. I love this bike and have had it for years! it was locked up on the side of my apartment and someone hopped my gate and snagged it somehow, not sure how but it happened. Anything anyone can help with would be much appreciated. I can be reached at 630.532.7941 or email at aeknier@gmail.com - Thanks!
• Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
• Color: Stilver
• Size: 24"
• Owner Name: Anthony Knierim
• Contact Email: aeknier
at
gmail.com
• Contact Phone Number: 6305327941
• Lock Type: Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: Not even a full 24 hours....
• How was the bike locked?: Only the frame was locked a solid object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Alley or side passageway.
Incident Description:
I had the bike locked up on the side passage way of my apt. and it was stolen. It happened within a few hours of me last riding it. I had it locked up on the side of the building when I got back from the gym late on a Sat. Evening- woke up Sunday to go to North Ave. beach and it was gone. The side gate of my apt. is 16 ft. high and locked at all times, and I had it locked to a wiring harness on the side of the house. So someone had to hop this gate saw off the wireing tube and take the bike, but oddly you cant really see thru the gate as it's a wooden gate with only tiny holes to see through- so the thief must have seen the bike before or seen me put it behind the gate. I would really appreciate it if anyone see's it that I get it back. It's my only transportation around the city and I really depend on my bike. Not to mention the sentimental value of all of the off roading trips and fun I have had - blood and sweat that I have put into riding this bike- Tons of miles! I would love to get it back!!! Thanks!
Stolen from...
3027 W Logan Blvd.
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Sunday, June 28th, 2009 3:31 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Seat had a minor tear some scuffs on frame. Acera Shimano components with rapid-fire release shifter. Bike needed tune-up. Was having trouble shifting to the highest gear.
• Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
• Color: Red and White
• Size: 26-27"
• Owner Name: Sandi
• Contact Email: picking83wildflowers
at
yahoo.com
• Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: Overnight
• How was the bike locked?: Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Front of building in residential area.
Incident Description:
The bike was left locked to the metal fence in front of apartment building overnight. The bike was last seen at around 11 pm on June 27 and was noticed missing (along with lock) at about noon on June 28th.
Stolen from...
The Belmont House
Belmont
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Monday, June 29th, 2009 10:00 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
A black wire basket on the front and a silver fold out basket on the right side. It has a nice left side mirror. It is orange/rust colored and has a huffy sticker on it. It's a little bit jankey but I love the bike.
• Bicycle Type: Cruiser / Comfort Bike
• Color: Rust
• Owner Name: Cait Stephens
• Contact Email: jeypeg
at
yahoo.com
• Contact Phone Number: 503-332-6124
• Lock Type: Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to street sign.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: Overnight
• How was the bike locked?: Only the frame was locked a solid object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Front of building in residential area.
Incident Description:
The bike was locked with a kryptonite lock and I have no idea how they got it off the street pole with the lock. I came out from a friends house where I had stayed the night and it was just gone. I think it was a pretty bike and someone wanted it real bad.
Stolen from...
1107 W Berwyn Pause Cafe
Berwyn
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Saturday, June 27th, 2009 10:19 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Uhm, Well Nitto Handle Bars and Stem, Origin 8 Cranks.
• Bicycle Type: Fixed Gear / Track Bike
• Color: Sky Blue
• Police Report No.: hr 399067
• Size: 50-52
• Owner Name: AUDRIE WALTY
• Contact Email: SHRIMPFORK
at
GMAIL.COM
• Contact Phone Number: 316-727-9769
• Lock Type: Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to bike rack.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: A FEW HOURS
• How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of an open business.
Incident Description:
it was stolen..
Stolen from...
Freemont and Grace
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Sunday, June 28th, 2009 2:00 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Stock Giant OCR3, newer condition, red
• Bicycle Type: Road Bike
• Color: Red
• Owner Name: Jon
• Contact Email: jackmxyz
at
gmail.com
• Contact Phone Number: 773-710-0009
• Lock Type: Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: 3 Hours Max
• How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Front of building in residential area.
Incident Description:
No idea, Locked up to solid iron fence. Visiting nearby friend, went to ride home and found i had to walk. reward for the bike and the person that took it
Stolen from...
Chicago IL
2705 N Mildred
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Sunday, June 28th, 2009 11:15 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Blue trek, back pocket, speedometer
• Bicycle Type: Road Bike
• Color: Blue
• Size: 47"
• Owner Name: Kristin Clark
• Contact Email: kristinsclark
at
gmail.com
• Contact Phone Number: 248 709 1889
• Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to street sign.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: Less than 24 hours
• How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Front of building in residential area.
Incident Description:
My bike was stolen from outside my apt
Stolen from...
Northwestern Law School, 357 E Chicago Avenue
357 E Chicago Avenue
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Friday, June 26th, 2009 3:00 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Bike is almost like new; just a few scratches. Crappy metal water bottle holder, no kickstand.
• Bicycle Type: Hybrid Bike
• Color: Yellow
• Size: Women's
• Owner Name: Anita Lee-Bjerke
• Contact Email: anita
at
abfn.org
• Contact Phone Number: 312-988-6596
• Lock Type: Combination Cable Lock
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to bike rack.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: 7 hours
• How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of an open business.
Incident Description:
My cable lock is missing too, but I'm assuming it was cut and then stolen along with my bike. I guess it doesn't matter how busy the sidewalk is or how nice the neighborhood.
Stolen from...
in front of Skylark
2190 s halsted st chicago
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 2:39 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
fair condition; new white hand grips. the rear brake is scraped up and bent from an accident last summer. has a working bikes sticker above the crank
• Bicycle Type: Road Bike
• Color: dark blue
• Size: im 5'11"
• Owner Name: Bryan Rautenberg
• Contact Email: bryanrautenberg
at
yahoo.com
• Contact Phone Number: 3124288577
• Lock Type: Other
• What was the bike locked to?: Other situation, please describe below.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: two days
• How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Other situation, please describe below.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
Incident Description:
Bike was locked with a heavy duty chain and lock to a light pole. someone cut a link of the chain, left it at the scene.
Stolen from...
Corner of 58th and Kenwood
5749 South Kenwood
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Thursday, June 25th, 2009 4:45 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Royal Blue Bike Frame with "Heavy Tools" written in yellow across diagonal bar. Has a "Heidelbike" sticker on vertical bar.
• Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
• Color: Blue
• Police Report No.: V1094
• Owner Name: MSB
• Contact Email: balogms
at
hotmail.com
• Contact Phone Number: 8329282989
• Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to street sign.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: 20 minutes
• How was the bike locked?: Only the frame was locked a solid object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Front of building in residential area.
Incident Description:
The lock was either cut or the whole bike and lock were lifted above the sign.
Stolen from...
Wilmington Police Department
120 N Main st
Chicago IL
Theft Report...
Wednesday, April 29th, 2009 1:06 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Trek 820, brand new, less than 6 months old. Powder blue with black handle bars and white lettering. Black front rim, mismatched silver back rim, slightly warped. Blue zip tie on the front right fork. Possibly a white water bottle holder on the left side of handle bars and a tachometer on the right side. Stolen along with my girlfriend's bike.
• Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
• Color: blue
• Police Report No.: Will County Sheriff 09-5795
• Size: 21" tall
• Owner Name: Mike
• Lock Type: Other
• What was the bike locked to?: Other situation, please describe below.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: Winter Storage but removed a few times to ride when the weather was nice
• How was the bike locked?: Other situation, please describe below.
• How was the lock defeated?: Other situation, please describe below.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Storage room.
Incident Description:
We had 2 bike stolen from our storage unit in a 3 week period before 29 April 2009. The losers cut BOTH of our locks away from our unit and took the bikes along with some other items with out leaving a trace. The other bike is a Schwinn men's mountain bike my girlfriend was using, black, gray and silver.
Stolen from...
Leavitt and Irving Park
4114 N. Leavitt St. 1F
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 3:15 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Good condition mechanically. Some rust around brake lines. Panasonic label wearing off. Racing handlebars with new black tape. Has black rack on back.
• Bicycle Type: Road Bike
• Color: Black
• Police Report No.: HR392704
• Size: around 20" wheels
• Owner Name: Jonathan Buell
• Contact Email: jonathanbuell
at
mac.com
• Contact Phone Number: 314-807-7747
• Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to a wooden pole, railing, or fence.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: around a week
• How was the bike locked?: Only the frame was locked a solid object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Front of building in residential area.
Incident Description:
I think somebody must have cut my lock or unscrewed a wooden support post and slid it off. The post wasn't unscrewed when I found the bike missing so if that was the case they screwed it back together.
Stolen from...
My Home
Addison and Sheffield
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 3:06 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
3 years old, great condition
• Bicycle Type: Hybrid Bike
• Color: Grey
• Size: Men's Medium Size
• Owner Name: Trent Pancy
• Contact Email: trentpancy
at
gmail.com
• Contact Phone Number: 773.574.2781
• Lock Type: Older U-Lock w/ Round Key
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to a wooden pole, railing, or fence.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: 2 days
• How was the bike locked?: Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Porch or yard.
Incident Description:
Don't know much about it, just noticed that it was missing today... Any help is appreciated!
Stolen from...
Lakeshore Athletic Club
211 N Stetson Ave
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 7:00 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Very good condition, very few scratches
• Bicycle Type: Hybrid Bike
• Color: Black
• Police Report No.: HR391435
• Size: 19 inch
• Owner Name: James Hoard
• Contact Email: james.hoard
at
gmail.com
• Contact Phone Number: 773-865-0540
• Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
• What was the bike locked to?: Locked to bike rack.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: 8 hours
• How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
• How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of an open business.
Incident Description:
Rode bike to work and locked it up right in front of Lakeshore Athletic Club near the AON building. I actually came back down and hour later to retrieve sunglasses that I forgot on the seat, bike was fine. I left work around 6pm to find my bike gone along with the cable lock. I spoke to the valet and asked if bikes were stolen from there often and he said usually one or two a day in the summer months. Sad considering its a busy area and the bike racks are right in from of the b-ball courts.
Stolen from...
2000 W. Wabansia Ave.
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 3:00 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Bike was a Rincon Giant type, All blue paint, Black Seat and Handlebars, Race Sticker on Frame (01147), road tires (no tread).
• Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
• Color: Blue
• Owner Name: Matt
• Contact Email: mschlagheck
at
gmail.com
• Lock Type: No Lock
• What was the bike locked to?: Other situation, please describe below.
• How long was the bike locked in this location?: NA
• How was the bike locked?: Other situation, please describe below.
• How was the lock defeated?: Not locked.
• Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Storage room.
Incident Description:
Bike was in storage room below apartment. There one day, gone the next. Not locked.
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