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

Location

St Regis LL5 - Lower Level
Field Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Large Mens
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It has racing handlebar "horns" and lots of scratches on the top bar. It may have a ParkShore sticker on it.

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?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
The building is reviewing footage to determine the exact date and time it was stolen. Sometime between Noon on Feb 16th and 11am on Feb 19th. I have not filed a police report yet but plan to and will also share photos

Cannondale Quick 5

Location

1926 West 21st Place
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SB44848
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Matte Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Phone mount on handle bars and u lock mount on bottom tube

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?: 
Not locked, in backyard behind a locked gate.
Incident Description: 
Sometime between 2/17 at 6pm and 2/18 at 2pm, my bike was taken from behind a locked back gate from my back porch/stairs. Never been an issue leaving it outside. Someone must have gotten through the gate or left it open.

TREK FX SPORT 6 CARBON L DEEP SMOKE

Location

Centre Physical Therapy Lincoln Park
2116 N Halsted St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 - 11:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU007XT0018U
Size: 
Large frame, thick wheels
Color: 
Deep Smoke (Dark Gray)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition (2 years old), Lime Green Pedals, thicker (hybrid) tires, very lightweight

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
I parked my bike at a bike rack outside of Centre Physical Therapy at 2116 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL, 60614 at 11:30am. I came out at 12:04pm and my bike and lock were gone. I checked multiple businesses on the street to check for security footage, but none were pointed at the bike rack. We checked cameras to see if anyone rode away down the street with my bike, but did not see anything. I assume the bike was put in a car and driven away.

Throne TRKLRD

Location

Home
5048 W Carmen Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, February 12, 2026 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
Z150401949
Size: 
55mm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is excellent condition. The brand of the bike glows in the dark.

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?: 
Always
Incident Description: 
Bike was located in my garage. Someone entered the garage and stole the bicycle from there.

RECOVERED: Velotric Discover 2

Location

Condo building bike room
W Irving Park Rd near Pine Grove
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, February 16, 2026 - 3:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
1242400764
Size: 
medium
Color: 
grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Had a rear rack. Step Through Frame.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 months
Incident Description: 
unknown when exactly this occured [On 2/16 victim reported: "Hi there. I had just reported a stolen bike, but apparently my condo had taken it. So I think I’m able to get it back."]

REI Co-op DRT 1.1 Small (Yellow)

Location

Apt Garage
2457 W. Irving Park Rd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
E25008938
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Literally Brand New, Christmas gift, wife never had a chance to ride. Has a wide squishy seat instead of the standard one.

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?: 
Literally 2-3 days
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen literally right after we moved on Friday Feb6th. Noticed it about 3 days ago.

Trek Dual Sport 2 SO L Lava Gen 5

Location

1635 W Le Moyne St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - 3:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU302XC0990V
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Lave (Orange)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was new and ridden only a small handful of times. We did get the kickstand installed, so it has that non-standard addition.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
Someone broke into the garage by forcing open the side door and cutting the cable using tools found in the garage. There are 11 bikes from the neighborhood kids stored in the garage. One was taken.

Trek FX 1 Disc

Location

Apartment Building
2933 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, December 12, 2025 - 2:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU258XC1135S
Size: 
S
Color: 
Dark Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition. Front and back lights, phone holder on the front of the bike, rear rack with a pack on it

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 year
Incident Description: 
Unsure when the bike was stolen, between October 2025 and January 2026. The bike was located at the far end of the bike room, double-locked with a heavy-duty bicycle security chain and a U-lock. The locks would have to have been cut open unless the person guessed the combination. There are approximately 50 bikes in the room, and some are not locked up and the bike was at the far end from the entrance to the bike room.

Diamondback Insight

Location

Ravenswood Metra station
4800 N. Ravenswood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, February 2, 2026 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
18" frame
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is approximately 6 years old. Some minor abrasions on the black frame and on the ends of the handlebar 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?: 
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?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked on the bike racks at the Ravenswood Metra station under the Leland street Metra overpass.

Trek FX2

Location

Loyola University Chicago Parking garage
N Winthrop Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, January 22, 2026 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU258XC1683S
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Decently new, not tons of rusting

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Two months
Incident Description: 
I had left my bike locked in a locked bike corral at Loyola University in late August. I have an AirTag on my bike and so today when I opened my findmy app I saw the bike was “last seen” two weeks ago outside the ohare airport.

Felt Verza Speed 40

Location

Home
2419 W McLean Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
AJ10307834
Size: 
61
Color: 
Charcoal Reflective
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Saddlepack, phone holder, side mirror, ulock holder in frame, great condition

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?: 
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?: 
It was stolen when the garage door was accidentally left open overnight
Incident Description: 
Garage door was left open, and the wooden shelf that the bike was locked to was broken to remove the bike

State Bicycle 4130 All-Road

Location

Home
820 N Hermitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, January 18, 2026 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
SBCAT2103025
Size: 
Medium 51 cm
Color: 
Maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition Black Carbon Fork Brown stripe wool handlebar wrap Tan Snack Bag in cockpit Tan tool bag under brown leather selle anatomica seat Stainless cages and bolts on entire bike

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

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?: 
Not locked
Incident Description: 
Neighbor left garage open at 3:10pm, when I returned at 4:30pm it was gone. Unhoused man in alley had been there for 15-20 min, said he didn’t see anyone go in or out while he was there. Likely stolen between 3:30-4pm.

Trek Domane AL2

Location

Tao
632 N Dearborn
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
SWTU107XC0828V
Size: 
56
Color: 
Mat Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Scratches on Trek logo, black back rack, and all weather fenders

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 street sign.

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?: 
4hr

1987 Schwinn Tempo

Location

4322 N Clarendon Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, January 2, 2026 - 5:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
25" (63.5cm) TALL
Color: 
Teal and White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Teal Schwinn Tempo with white saddle and white handlebar wraps. The brake covers were new black shimano.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Weeks since the last ride. Years of bikes in the storage room, but this was aquired 6mo ago.
Incident Description: 
Someone broke into the storage room of our condo building. The bike was unlocked in the storage unit, but there are usually two locked doors before the storage room so this is the first time for our building to have a theft.

Jamis S3

Location

4322 N Clarendon Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, January 1, 2026 - 8:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
M19008331
Size: 
19"
Color: 
Blue/Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Had a rear rack and basket at the time it was stolen.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A few days since last ride. 6+ years in the storage room.
Incident Description: 
Someone broke into our storage unit and stole four bikes. They were behind two locked doors, but the bikes themselves were not locked in the storage area.

Kona Rove AL

Location

2543 W Walton St., Apt. 3
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, January 12, 2026 - 1:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
AK90514109
Size: 
50
Color: 
Slate Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue gravel bike with drop handle bars.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
All day
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to a bike rack at the corner of LaSalle and Washington in downtown Chicago, during business hours. Someone cut through the U-Lock.

Kestrel 4000

Location

Humboldt Park
2700 Potomac Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, January 9, 2026 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
N/A
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Green brake lines, snapped-off left shifter.

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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Garage door was somehow opened, likely with a jack, and bicycle was removed from the premises. Bicycle was seen again on camera on 2600 block of Evergreen being used by a burglar robbing cars.

Specialized Sirrus

Location

Byron and Damen
Byron
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, January 11, 2026 - 11:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC011120572R
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, recently serviced. Children's Seat - Eureka off the back Pinheads lock on the wheels

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 months
Incident Description: 
Returned from a trip to find my bike missing. Time entered is when I found it gone

150cc Mopad JJ

Location

Chicago
8354 South Brandon
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 - 8:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Scooter
Serial No.: 
I do not know it
Size: 
Large scooter
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It has a chipped silver wind shield and a large printed name on the side of it called “MARSHAL” and it has a double light with a high beam. It also has a missing muffler cover.

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?: 
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?: 
The steering wheel was locked, it was there for 2 months during the winter.
Incident Description: 
The bike was out side of my apartment when I chose to ride the mopad scooter I came home and it was gone along with my black tarp.