Location
Metra Station
Metra Station
Chicago
, IL
United States
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Date of Theft
Tuesday, September 30, 2008 - 1:35pm
Basic Bike Info
Bicycle Type:
Hybrid Bike
Size:
20"
Color:
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
good condition with bontreger saddle / blackburn rear rack / specialized water cage / computer and front headlight.
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:
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
What was the bike locked to?:
Locked to bike rack.
How was the bike locked?:
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
Incident Description
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?:
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?:
8:00 am - 6:35 pm
Incident Description:
At the metra station in downtown wilmette - locked to the bike rack with a New York Kryptonite chain and u lock.
Please help locate my bike - police report and bike serial number to come.
thanks,
D
Recovery Information
Recovery Notes:
I've been unable to get a clear story from the owner, but this bike was recovered with the help of Wilmette and Skokie police who caught someone who had been targeting bikes locked at Metra stations (there were a few news stories about this). The thief apparently had it listed on eBay.- Ed
This bike was recovered:
Yes