Recent Reports

Welcome to the Chicago Stolen Bike Registry

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 searchable statistics builder 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.


Time is of the essence! Please post your report ASAP for the best chance of getting your bike back, even if you don't yet have all the information. You can contact us via email at [email protected] at any time to add to or change your listing.

Important: See Mr Bike's tips on I.D.-ing your bike before it gets stolen!

Search tip: Be aware indexing happens nightly so it's recommended that you eyeball at least the first 10 or 12 listings in addition to using the "search" feature.

Feel free to browse recovered bike listings for inspiring tales of bike/owner reunions.

Cannondale BadBoy 1

Location

Lincoln Square
Lincoln Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 13, 2025 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
ME75377
Size: 
LG
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New with lefty front fork, belt drive no chain. Built in bumpers for leaning on bike racks.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
What was the bike locked to?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was heavy chain locked to a tree in Lincoln Square

Liv AR 3

Location

Ohio St Beach
550 East GRAND AVE
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 11:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
KCHK65928
Size: 
S
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fine/good condition gravel bike. Two white bottle cages. Missing small plastic shift cover on front left (I believe it was the left)

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Not locked, turned around for 1 minute, turned back around and it was gone.
Incident Description: 
Outside of Cafe Oliva on Ohio St Beach. Bike was next to me, approx 5 feet away, next to the flag pole. I was with a friend for a bit, my friend left, I turned to pack my things for a second, when I turned back around, my bike was gone (along with my helmet, glasses, and gloves).

Kona Dew Plus

Location

Lincoln Park Conservatory
2391 N Stockton Dr, Chicago, IL 60614
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
IN21070994
Size: 
S
Color: 
Mustard Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition, 3 years old. Fitted with fenders, kick stand, bell, and bike rack that had a wooden basket attached with a bunjee cord.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
11:30am - 2:00pm
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen outside of Lincoln Park Conservatory

Trek FX1 Disc

Location

Peak Properties Bike Room
451 West Melrose Street
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU165XC2047T
Size: 
L
Color: 
BLACK
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a flashing red light on the back on the seat post. Attached light on the handlebars. Reflector on the handlebars. Does NOT have a water bottle holder. Has an attachment on the frame for a U-lock to be placed when not locked to the bike.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
The Incident date was the date of discovery. This is a bike room at 451 West Melrose Street. Several other bikes were stolen from this location, likely earlier in the week. The U-lock and cable I had on the bike were completely intact, suggesting that the front or rear wheel was removed in order to remove the bike from the rack.

Ozark Trail 700C G.1 Explorer Flat Bar Gravel Bike,

Location

Home
2636 W Farwell
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Had baby seat on back

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 months
Incident Description: 
I am not sure when it went missing. Road it on Sunday and today is Wednesday but know for sure it was there Monday. Bike was locked to several other family bikes. Other bikes not taken.

Trek mountain bike

Location

Eckhart Park
Chicago Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Med, girls style bar.
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition, 17 years old, no rust, water bottle holder, odometer on handlebars, and small black pouch bar.

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.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
The bike was chained to the fence at the entrance of Eckhart Park on Chicago Ave. I went inside to work out. I was gone for about an hour. When I came out of the park, my bike was gone.

Ironman Cannondale

Location

Orchard
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 6, 2025 - 10:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Gray Ironman Cannondale - Believe it's a 2004. Main distinguishing feature is loose grip tape, and a faulty front gear derailluer.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Safely locked for 3+ Weeks when not in use.

Specialized

Location

2803 North Kedzie Avenue apt 2
Kedzie Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Slightly dirty, brakes worn so squeaks when braked.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other U-Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a wooden pole, railing, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
It was locked back there July 14th and gone by this morning

State co

Location

Armitage and Kimball
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 5, 2025 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
54
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New not used a lot

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours

Trek FX SPORT 4 CARBON L GN 2022 - 2023

Location

Ohio Street Beach
600 n lake shore drive
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, July 14, 2025 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU318XT0278S
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Saddlepouch, electric light mounted in front handlebar, phone mount in the front (part of the base of the mount is missing), orange bottle holder, pump attacked to frame. Some visible on frame, some of the rubber on the handlebars has worn off.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Probably about 30-45 minutes
Incident Description: 
At Ohio Street beach, at about 2:30 (give or take), I rested the bike on a lampost next to the bike rack nearest to the lakefront bike trail (the bike rack itself was full). I do not know for sure if I locked it, becuase I often forget if I have performed habitual rote actions or not. I don’t remember the act of locking it, but that doesn’t mean I didn’t do it. If I did do it, I would have locked both the frame and the front wheel. When I returned at roughly 3:20, There was no bike lock left.

Marin Kentfield 1

Location

Humboldt Park Library
1605 N Troy St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New condition, black fenders on both wheels, brown rubber handles.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to bike rack in front of library. Library closed and locked 6ft gate, enclosing the bike inside so I couldn’t access. Came back the next morning to retrieve bike and the only thing remaining was the cut cable and the undefeated u-lock with my helmet attached. Should’ve jumped the fence like the thief likely did :(

Huffy

Location

Corner of Irving park and pine Grove Ave
Irving park & pine Grove Ave a
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 13, 2025 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Perfect condition, blue huffy women's bike, chained with cable and combination lock

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked with a cabe and a combination lock , chained to a bike rack , over night. Came back next day it was gone . Blue huffy women's mountain bike. On corner of Irving park and Pine Grove in Lakeview neighborhood

ANCHEER / AMAK00026

Location

UIC Student Center East Tower (SCET)
750 S Halsted St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Size: 
26in Wheels (Standard)
Color: 
Black Frame Base, Blue Accent
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
(Provided links to respective individual parts) Black base, neon blue stripped designs with the big words 'ANCHEER' written on the sides of the frames with said neon blue color. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SMXW2F6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share]AMA005873 Standard 26 in wheel bike, 7 gear shifter on right side, differential changer on left side. There is a smaller white 'ANCHEER' logo near the seat of the bike. There is bike information under the seat, on the frame that includes bike facts, and possibly the serial. There is possibly a hook on one of the front brake wires from an old remnant plushie that used to hang there. Seat is a cusioned gel seat, where the seat is very bouncy, and that there is a oval design on the seat that reveals the gel and its branding in a yellowish orange color. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Selle-Royal-Unisex-Lagoon-Bike-Seat-Comfortable-RoyalGel-Cushioned-Saddle-Men-and-Women/795884888 Back tire track design is a different design from front tire track design, with back tire tracks having a square like pattern, while front tire track design is more textured / mountain bikey. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQMT8XB2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share The bike has a back rack frame that holds a cubical milk crate on the back, with the milk crate being directly zipped tied to that. The back rack itself has a sliced off piece, which is noticeable with it showing on the back. The back rack looks adjustable and is uneven in posture due to needing to adjust to the shape of the bike. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BJ1TKBC?ref=cm_sw_r_cso_cp_apin_dp_M70YQMZAHKZXB7AP298W&ref_=cm_sw_r_cso_cp_apin_dp_M70YQMZAHKZXB7AP298W&social_share=cm_sw_r_cso_cp_apin_dp_M70YQMZAHKZXB7AP298W&previewDohEventScheduleTesting=C&csmig=1 Front fender of bike is slightly bent and not perfectly straight (left is a bit more in front than back) Battery of bike is large and hefty, making the bike weigh quite a bit (~30 or more lbs). https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08Q82QS2N?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share The battery also is also zip tied, 2 of them holding it in place. There is an HL logo on its top, red on/off switch & place to put the charger for the battery on the right, USB-A port on the left. There is a phone holder that looks cut in half, with an orange color interior for its design. It has a locking mechanism on its right side that locks the phone in place when the lever is pulled down. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CS6HPPW5?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share One of the brake handles looks a bit bent, and has scraping on them, showing the metal within the paint.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
~7 hours (7:30am-3:00pm)
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen on July 9th, 2025, a Wednesday, between 7:30am-3:00pm, as I was just coming back from a typical shift from work. Theft got pass U-Lock on frame, and the bike was missing by the time I arrived, 3:00pm. My bike was specifically parked where the bike racks are just outside next to the UIC Student Center East Tower (SCET), side where the rotating sliding doors are.

TERN : QUICK HAUL P9 SPORT : MERLOT

Location

Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 2:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
AA21001321
Size: 
one size
Color: 
Merlot
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
brand new, old- wheel lock- lilac kids basket- ice cream bell- kids seat area and rack

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
At Navy Peir the ABUS bike lock was cut and stolen

Aventon Pave 500

Location

UIC Richard J. Daley Library
801 S Morgan
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 5, 2025 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
P21D4144
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Replaced LED screen. Slight wear on handlebars. Light on front and back.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen from outside UIC Daley Library (801 S Morgan) between 8am and 4pm on June 5. Report made to UIC Police and CPD.

Trek alpha aluminium

Location

West Town
1406 W Chicago Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
N/A
Size: 
Mid-Size
Color: 
Black/Blue/White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used but fine condition. Has a black non-Trek seat that is plush and has minor tears and rips on it. White hand grip that is a little dirty.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
In the resident portion of my stairwell.
Incident Description: 
Came back from morning run and noticed that my bike was missing from the back resident portion of the stairwell. To enter this portion of the building you need a resident key. Leads me to believe it was stolen.

State Bicycle, Core-Line - Rigby (Back wheel only)

Location

Chinatown Square Plaza
Wentworth Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, July 11, 2025 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, back wheel was stolen

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike back wheel was stolen, the rest of the bike was not.

Cannondale Topstone

Location

Coffee and tea exchange
W Aldine
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, July 11, 2025 - 1:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Xs
Color: 
Medium dark grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours

Trek FX+ 2

Location

W Aldine Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, July 11, 2025 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU312XC0539T
Size: 
S
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue Trek e-bike with rack and pannier

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 days