Recent Reports

Evo Hybrid

Location

Home
531 W Deming Pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 23, 2022 - 4:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
GE21054543
Size: 
L
Color: 
Gray/Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Had a rear bike rack and milk crate attached but likely removed by theives

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 bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
When I'm not riding
Incident Description: 
Copied from email sent out by landlord - Around 4:15am on Sunday, October 23rd, two men entered the building using a postal key which is a universal key used by mail carriers to buzz open building entry doors. It is now widely known that these keys are in the hands of thieves however the post office continues to use them as it is their only way to access buildings and deliver mail. I'm sorry to report that the two men who used the postal key to open the entry doors stole five bikes and several packages on Saturday morning.

2017 Diamondback Century Sport

Location

Home
531 W Deming Pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 23, 2022 - 4:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U171K07253
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Had a few stickers from the manufacturer still on it, could have been removed by thieves.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
When I'm not riding
Incident Description: 
Copied from email sent out by landlord - Around 4:15am on Sunday, October 23rd, two men entered the building using a postal key which is a universal key used by mail carriers to buzz open building entry doors. It is now widely known that these keys are in the hands of thieves however the post office continues to use them as it is their only way to access buildings and deliver mail. I'm sorry to report that the two men who used the postal key to open the entry doors stole five bikes and several packages on Saturday morning.

Trek Purple Step through

Location

1437 w ohio street
1437 w ohio street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 22, 2022 - 12:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
?
Size: 
Medium, picture attached for reference my friend and I are about 5 foot 8 and 5 foot 11respectively
Color: 
Pruple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bright purple with a handbasket with of same color black rack over the back wheel

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to street sign.

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: 
I forgot to lock my bike to the street sign outside my apartment in west town

Polygon Impression AX

Location

Anderson Point
5700 N Ashland ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 23, 2022 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Tandem
Serial No.: 
AIXP27IAXS17U1
Size: 
one size
Color: 
Grey with orange decal
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is like new purchase in 2022. The bike currently has the follow customizations: - SR Suntour SP12-NCX suspended seat posts - Air Zound air horn (zip tied to the front bottle cage area) - random branded ergo handle bar grips - 2 frame bags from State Bicycle Company (olive/army green) - Wahoo GPS stem mount - blitzu rear blinky light

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 bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3-4 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked up in secure bike room with keypad entry. The apartment building also has a keypad entry. It is possible that the person(s) entered by following someone in or found an open door around the apartment building. The bike room door seems easy to penetrate with a sliding shim. There are some leftover metal particles from either a grinder or saw.

Silver Soecialized Allez

Location

Lakeview Athletic Club
Broadway
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 22, 2022 - 8:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Normal road bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand is ‘Specialized’ White iron man sticker wrapped around stem of bike seat

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 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?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Locked bike outside LVAC on Belmont & Broadway. Accidentally walked home when I finished my workout and when I went back to get it it was gone

Yuba mundo Lux

Location

Rogers park
1212 West North Shore Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 22, 2022 - 2:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
WE180011
Size: 
Cargo bike
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Front bread basket, disc brakes, side monkey bars, and 2 soft spot seats. Showed a fair amount of wear and tear. Doesn't look new.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
4 days

Giant Roam 3

Location

Home Apartment
834 W Sunnyside Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 20, 2022 - 5:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
K98037798
Size: 
Mens Small
Color: 
Black, with red details
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Pretty much new condition Sticker from bike shop by name of Lifestyle Cycles Attached a bike light to the back, under the seat. Also attached a string light to the hub area and it winds around the spokes so when you turn it on it's in the shape of a circle and spins when the bike wheel does.

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 wooden pole, railing, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A month, or two
Incident Description: 
Not sure when it was stolen, but within seven days of date

Fairdale Neckface Flyer

Location

3259 West Lawrence Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 17, 2022 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
YBFL202089
Size: 
S/M
Color: 
Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Bright yellow bike. Looks like an oversized bmx/dirtjumper with 3 speeds. Frame itself has unique artwork on it including some text that reads, "see you at the bottom - neckface". One of 200 made. It says neckface all over the bike.

Lock Information

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

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
not lonf

Giant Escape

Location

714 W Waveland Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
KAGK99306
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Nearly new. Bottle holder attached to the inside frame. Tall bike with a high saddle.

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 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?: 
Up to 1 week

Pure Fix Pro Series Coolidge 4130 50 cm

Location

Building/garage
Cleveland Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 - 6:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
50 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition with original parts. Black, single speed, drop handlebars with new black tape and two brakes. I recently put a teal bell on the handlebars and water bottle holder on the frame but who knows if that's still on there. It had a Kryptonite U lock on the frame and front wheel.

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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Days, it's my shared garage with one other person
Incident Description: 
My building in Old Town was broken into and so the person had access to my garage. My bike was in the garage with a Kryptonite U lock on the front wheel and frame. They carried the whole thing out of my building's front door around 6:30 am on 10/19/22.

Giant

Location

Mildred & Oakdale Ave.
Oakdale Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 14, 2022 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Small 27.5"
Color: 
Light Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike has some rust on the handle bars and main frame. The back wheel was left behind when the bike was stolen, so the back wheel might look new/different.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
one week
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked on a fence across from my apartment with a U-Lock overnight. The next morning, the frame and front wheel of the bike was stolen.

Schwinn Continental II

Location

Home
821 S. Western Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 14, 2022 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
FQ564916
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Electric Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Mint Condition, Black & White Handlebar Wraps, Thick, Black Padded saddle, Black Break Lines, Black/Gum Tires, May have U-lock with rope lock wrapped around attached to the body frame, may have tool bag attached to the saddle

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?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 weeks
Incident Description: 
Someone threw a chunk of concrete through the foyer window of my condo and took my bike from an upstairs storage area.

Gazelle Ultimate C8

Location

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

Date of Theft

Monday, October 17, 2022 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
GZ61712055
Size: 
53cm
Color: 
Dark Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New low-step e-bike

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 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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to a bike rack with a heavy-duty chain + cable lock through front wheel + rear wheel cafe lock

2020 Marin Gestalt 1

Location

Washington/Wabash Station
12 N Wabash
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 16, 2022 - 5:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
062041030
Size: 
52 cm
Color: 
Silver and black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used / good condition

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
A few hours
Incident Description: 
Bicycle stolen in front of TJ Maxx on state street. The theft was reported to TJ Maxx management up about 5:50 PM. Call the bicycle lock was cut, leaving another bike next to it behind.

Retrospec Harper

Location

Humbolt Park
2745 W Division St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 7, 2022 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
Womens, Small, 43cm
Color: 
Blue/Navy
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new! Phone holder on left handlebar. Beige handlebars.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
One Day
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to metal fence. Fence was cut completely and bike was likely slipped over fence poll. Back alley on property next to carpark.

Schwinn Women’s Trailway 700c /28” hybrid bike - blue

Location

4233 N Kenmore Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 16, 2022 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
28”
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, Chicago triathlon sticker on the front vertical frame. triathlon number 5265

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?: 
5 months
Incident Description: 
My roommate went out the back door to take the trash out and noticed that my bike wasn’t hanging up with the other bikes on our communal bike rack storage. There were some other bikes missing from the bike rack as well.

Linus Dutchi 3 speed

Location

My House
918 N. Winchester
CHICAGO , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 9, 2022 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
L4E0100424
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Aqua/Turquoise
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
My bike is a very unusual very bright blue/aqua color. It really stands out! It has a leather comfy seat and leather hand grips. The bike was in great condition. It has a bell on the handlebars, a headlight in the front, a silver rack on the back, and a small rear taillight. I also had a rubber iphone holder on the front handlebars. Although that comes off very easily so I'm sure it is no longer on it. One of the tires is missing the cap where you inflate it.

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?: 
3 1/2 years
Incident Description: 
The bike was under my stairs when I have kept it forever. I live in a coach house so the bike was not visible. It was also under a black bike cover. Right next to it was my other very old mountain bike which was not locked but they didn't take that one (it's over 30 years old). I have a security camera but it conveniently stopped recording sometime around midnight and they resumed several hours later. Very strange that it went out in that window when my bike was stolen

ALLEZ E5 BLK/CSTBTLSHP/CARB 54

Location

735 W Junior Terrace
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 15, 2022 - 10:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC006001385S
Size: 
54
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new

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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
The bike was in the bike room of my apartment for two weeks.
Incident Description: 
The bike was somehow taken from the locked bike room of my apartment within the past two weeks.

Trek

Location

555 w Stratford pl apt 408
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 15, 2022 - 12:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black trek bike

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?: 
One week
Incident Description: 
8 year old black trek bike stolen from parking garage at 555 w Stratford pl

Kent Roadtech 700c

Location

Regenstein Library
1100 E 57th St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 14, 2022 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
700c
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used bike with slightly malfunctioning brakes. Green frame. The bike is three years old. Light on the front and back

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour, 30 min
Incident Description: 
The bike was left locked in front of the Regenstein Library on the University of Chicago campus. Left it at around 9:30, and it was missing at 10:55. The combination lock was not left at the scene, so it is likely that it was opened or taken.