Recent Reports

Vilano 54cm Road Bike

Location

Willis Tower
300 W Adams St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, September 30, 2018 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
6 years old, good condition with no marks on frame Single speed All white with no branding or markings Seat is bright red Handle bars are taped, black Both tires are Armadillo brand (Could still have) 2 red LED lights per wheel

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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was left on a rack on the northwest corner of S Franklin and W Adams, next to the Willis Tower between ~11AM and 2PM. Was removed from rack along with cable lock.

6KU Fixed gear single speed

Location

Midway Orange line
4612 w 59th st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 29, 2018 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
Black/Gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It is in perfect condition, it dosnt have any breaks the frame is black and wheels Gold. Has 6KU in the front.

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?: 
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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Was at work and retuned to the Midway orange line station and it was gone. Dont know exactly at what time it occured but most likly at night.

2015 Public C7 Woman’s bike

Location

House
Dewey Avenue
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 29, 2018 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
Will update once I locate it
Size: 
Woman’s small medium (4’10-5’5)
Color: 
Limited Edition Blush (rose gold/pink)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In very good condition. Lost the reflector on the front spoke recently bc I moved cross country.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A month and a half
Incident Description: 
My bike was stolen out of our garage in a private home in an Evanston residential neighborhoodOur garage door was open, we were in the house, and someone came and just took it. My bike was not locked up as it’s our own private garage and our garage was open due to washing out the garage floor.

2019 Trek Speed Concept

Location

michael denoma
2717 north magnolia
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 28, 2018 - 11:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
Wtu361ct0034n
Size: 
Extra Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new triathlon bike. Garmin vector 3 pedals.

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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
My garage was left open overnight. The bike was gone by 7am.

Trek 7300 Multitrack

Location

1813 S Desplaines St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 13, 2018 - 12:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
22.5
Color: 
Navy and Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bontrager accessory bar on handlebars; small tool bag under seat; RAGBRAI sticker/tag

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 weeks

KHS Eastwood

Location

Hyde Park
East 51st Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 29, 2018 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
P16L4123
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fairly new condition.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 days
Incident Description: 
I saw that another bike had taken my spot and that my U-lock was tossed to the side. I looked around for my bike and it was nowhere to be seen. The lock was not broken.

Trek Lexa

Location

Warren Ashland Place
1609 W Warren Blvd, Apt 404
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 26, 2018 - 8:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Womens, rider 5'8"
Color: 
gary/charcoal, blue and green stripe
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Frame in good condition, added water bottle holder and phone holder on handle bars, sticker on fram near handle bar reads -Key to Keys 2016. Front wheel was left locked to bike rack.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked in residential secure garage around 7 pm on Monday, 9/24. I returned Wednesday morning around 8:30 to commute to work, found only the front tire locked to the rack. The cable part of the lock missing along with the frame and back wheel. I assume the cable was cut as the cable was run through both tires.

2016 Fuji Roubaix 3.0

Location

Northwestern University
645 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 27, 2018 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
A5G5254644
Size: 
L/XL
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition, has a rear rack and two panniers.

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?: 
5-8 hours
Incident Description: 
While at was at the medical school, between 8:30am and 5:30pm, my lock was cut in broad daylight. I returned to find it broken, on the ground, and my bike was missing.

Fuji absolute 1.9L

Location

1624 w division st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 27, 2018 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
wbd300l0969p
Size: 
18
Color: 
Purple and white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fuji absolute 1.9L. Had led lights clipped to front and back. Squeaky brakes. A little dirty, but only a few months old.

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 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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 hrs
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to rack next to Divvy station at Divsion & Ashland at 7 am. At 1 pm bike and lock were gone.

Trek Marlin 5

Location

Kendall College
900 N. North Branch Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 27, 2018 - 9:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Maxxis tires with yellow letters. New Belgium Brewing bike bell.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Padlock
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
Incident Description: 
Stolen from Kendall College at 900 N North Branch Street on Goose Island.

Peugeot

Location

904 N California Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 27, 2018 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
approx 57 cm
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Vintage peugeot mixte (step through) frame as a single speed. Portuer-style upright bars, with original black rubber grips. Rear rackSilver origin8 crankset with MKS touring pedals. Black fenders, portland design works cupholder. Front Wheel has Velo Orange brand security skewer requiring tamper-proof hex key.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
10 minutes
Incident Description: 
Left bike on porch while stepping inside. 2 assailants jumped fence and ran off

Raleigh 1974 Chocolate Brown with vintage leather Brooks seating

Location

Boystown
637 W PATTERSON AVE APT 1S
CHICAGO , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 25, 2018 - 1:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Color: 
Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Raleigh (Nottingham) 1974 Chocolate Brown with vintage leather Brooks seating, had a rack on the back and it's a 3-speed commuter bike, it was in good condition with some small scratches on the body

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 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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day

Trek Lexa 2 - Womens

Location

1609 W Warren Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 25, 2018 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used, but in great condition -- recently tuned up, 7-8/10 quality. Grey with blue and green stripes on frame sticker -"key to keys" 2017

Lock Information

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

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than 12 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was taken into the building's garage after 7pm on September 25th, and the front wheel was locked to the bike rack inside. When I went down to retrieve the bike for work, at 8:30am on September 26th, the bike was gone, with only the front wheel and the lock. It was locked to the rack with a U lock/round key and a cable through both wheels. The lock itself was not compromised, so the front wheel remains attached to the rack, but the rest of the bike is gone.

Giant TCX SLR

Location

Thalia Hall
1870 S. Allport
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 25, 2018 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
white, navy blue/grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
"Giant" in green. Teal handlebars

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?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
locked to bike rack outside of Thalia Hall

Kona Unit

Location

1361 E 57th Street, #
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 25, 2018 - 10:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
19"
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Single speed fully rigid mountain bike. Disc brakes. Slick tires. Black WTB saddle. Two spoke cards in the back wheel. Black Suntour saddle bag with multitool, patch kit, and tire levers. In picture, bike is the one being ridden on the right.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
Left bike locked to wood post in back of apartment building.

Fuji Club City Bike - Front Wheel Stolen [PARTS THEFT]

Location

722 West Diversey Parkway
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 26, 2018 - 3:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
54
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good Condition

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a parking meter.

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?: 
8
Incident Description: 
Left my bike locked at the frame. Somewhere between 10pm-6am the front wheel was stolen. To steal the front wheel they had to screw the front will.

Trek 7.2FX

Location

Damen Brown Line Station
4643 N Damen Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 25, 2018 - 10:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU2291085D
Size: 
20"
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fair condition with some weather related wear. Black Topeak rack on back for pannier bag. Grey seat, black/grey grips.

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?: 
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?: 
Between 2:00 pm to sometime before 10:45 pm.
Incident Description: 
The bicycle and lock are missing from the location.

Men's Sirrus Alloy V

Location

West Deming Place
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, September 24, 2018 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC92O271964N
Size: 
M
Color: 
Black/Black/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New Bike. Almost 2 months old riden about once to twice a week. Mounted Kryptonite KryptoLok Series 2 STD U-Lock Bracket on left side of bike but without the U-lock.

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 a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 months
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from apartment bike storage room on West Deming Place. Did not use bike for one week and saw that it went missing from then on. You need a key to enter building and another key to open storage room, so most likely another resident stole it. Other bikes in room not locked, yet not stolen. I am sad.

Bianchi Volpe

Location

2822 W. Chicago Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 25, 2018 - 11:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
All logos are covered in (different color, but still maroon-ish) spray paint. It's a beater bike. Grey rubber grips. Single speed. Black puffy bike saddle with a purple/maroon stripe on it. Saddle a slit down the middle. Silver stem, seatpost, handle bars. Black metal pedals.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
several weeks
Incident Description: 
I have a black-and-white video of a Hispanic male, approx 5'8'' 160lbs, moustache, plain ballcap, painters/khaki pants, long-sleeve t-shirt opening the door to the storage unit and removing the bike.

Trek CrossRip Elite

Location

home
1132 W Adams St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 25, 2018 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
WTU242C4319J
Size: 
56
Color: 
Black with blue accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike was in great condition. Has a gouge under the top tube where the handle bars went under the top tube. Has a sticker under the seat for the office building bike room - 30 N LaSalle. Bike has black SKS brand full wheel fenders. Blue hubs and blue valve stem caps.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
Theif gained access to the locked garage by defeating an exterior lock. The lock seems undamaged and I assume the thief was able to pick the lock.