Topend XLT Gold Handcycle 3 wheeled

Location

Location

Blackstone
5200 s blackstone
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 26, 2011 - 2:01am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Color: 
grey/black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
3 wheeled handcycle for parapalegic. Spinergy Wheels

Owner Information

Contact Email: 
Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Padlock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Similar handcycle as the picture shown above, but black and fork slightly different. Missing back and seat cushion. I have the spinergy wheels shown. Handcycle was locked in a basement garage.

Recovery Information

Recovery Notes: 
On 7/31 the victim writes: Police were able to recognize from surviellance tapes.and arrested suspect. I was then contacted by the Father and brother of the 17 yr old criminal. Both families members apologized profusely for the inexcusable behavior and were able to track down and return both bikes. Thanks to the District 21 Chicago Police for the great work!
This bike was recovered: 
Yes