Schwinn Mountain bike (not sure the model, was purchased at a bike shop not a mega mart several years ago)

Stolen from...
Birchwood Kitchen
2211 W North Ave
Chicago IL
Theft Report #190109...
Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 5:00 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Bike was about 10 yrs old but reliable as hell and I kept it in good condition. Few scrapes from off road riding but nothing specific I can name off the top of my head.
Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
Color: Red and White
Size: Not sure exactly, Mens mountain bike
How was the lock defeated?: Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Owner Name: D Williams
Contact Email: thekeyofd at comcast.net
Contact Phone Number: 7735315220
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?: 30 mins at most
How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of an open business.
Incident Description:
Stopped in for a quick bite at Birchwood Kitchen (window seat just outside my line of sight!) the bike was stolen not 10 feet away from me while I read my book and had a salad...becoming the most expensive salad I have ever purchased. Im assuming whoever stole it was a professional or at least someone who works with wire cutters. The lock was cut clean through and it was done fast, couldn't have taken them more than a couple minutes, street traffic was everywhere and it was in full daylight.

Location(s)

Birchwood Kitchen
2211 W North Ave
Chicago, IL
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