Location
In front of Anshe Sholom Synaguge in Lakeview
540 West Melrose
Chicago
, IL
United States
See map: Google Maps
Date of Theft
Friday, September 10, 2010 - 10:00pm
Basic Bike Info
Bicycle Type:
Road Bike
Size:
48?
Color:
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
This bike is in nearly new condition. It's only 6 months old, and a brand that you cannot find generally in the USA.
Owner Information
Owner Name:
Jonathan Markowitz
Contact Email:
Email hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to email the owner.
Contact Phone Number:
312-961-6749
Police Report No.:
HS512099
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.
How was the bike locked?:
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
Incident Description
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?:
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How long was the bike locked in this location?:
between 6 and 24 hours
Incident Description:
The bike was locked up with a U-lock in front of 540 West Melrose this weekend, and it's a red "Merida" brand road bike. There won't be too many like this in Chicago. The lock is gone, the bike is gone, and the post where it was locked is unharmed. Someone probably made off with it in the middle of the night.