Location
Ontario St. and Michigan Ave.
Chicago
, IL
United States
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Date of Theft
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 1:45pm
Basic Bike Info
Bicycle Type:
Road Bike
Serial No.:
125G0001X
Size:
43cm, men's bicycle (smallest men's bike they made in 2003)
Color:
Blue & White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
10 years old but in good shape, has a self-stick patch on the frame for El Corazon Tequila, needs new handlebar tape, regular pedals with the cage (but no straps), has a brand new chain and rear cassette. The photo included is old, the bike isn't quite as shiny and does not have the red drink holder anymore. Also had a small bag and a cable lock holder attached to the seat post.
Owner Information
Owner Name:
Sarah H
Contact Email:
Email hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to email the owner.
Contact Phone Number:
425 879-1720
Police Report No.:
HW325949
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.
How was the bike locked?:
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
Incident Description
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?:
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How long was the bike locked in this location?:
10 minutes
Incident Description:
I locked my bike to a bike rack in front of Lawrys restaurant on Michigan & Ontario, walked around the corner into Eddie Bauer for about 3 minutes, walked back and the bike was gone. A valet across the street saw someone come up and steal the bike (not sure how they got through the lock) and ride off with it down Ontario. They tried to shout for the police but the thief was long gone by the time I got back and started piecing things together.
Recovery Information
This bike was recovered:
No