Recent Reports

Harper fixie one speed bike made by retrospec

Location

Aurelien apartments 833 n Clark street
Chestnut and Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
L - 57 cm frame
Color: 
Slate Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New “Harper Fixie-single speed” bike made by Retrospec (purchased this spring) https://retrospec.com/products/harper-fixie-bike-single-speed?variant=18362203144289&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlMaGBhD3ARIsAPvWd6ie8NuJN3gDEm41II-AkggXZKyea0-RGFYSABBxj90nExGhEVNkpvAaAkkEEALw_wcB It had a plastic tag with number 063 on it and a bike lock (which I’m assuming was broken with possibly bulk cutters) around the top bar of the frame

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
10 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked the bike on the corner of Clark and chestnut at 7:45 pm on the 21st and found it gone at 6:30 am on the 22nd. I’m assuming somebody cut the cable lock with bulk cutters overnight

Peugeot Princeton (I think) Road Commuter Bike

Location

Apartment
Barry and Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 21, 2021 - 6:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
~50cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Red Peugeot bike, says "Orient Express" on the frame, has a small sticker of Oregon state in between the handle bars, has black fenders and a black adjustable water bottle holder. Has a brown leather seat.

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?: 
It was left here between rides for ~2 months
Incident Description: 
The bike was in a locked gate back porch (completely enclosed) only accessible by key by the 3 units in the building. It had been there for ~2 months. I think someone forgot to close the gate and it was left open and the bike was stolen.

Waltworks 29+ Steel Single Speed Mountain Bike

Location

4319 North Spaulding Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 21, 2021 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Cane Creek headset, Thomson bars/seatpost/stem, Raceface crankset, Hope Pro II hubs laced to WTB Scrapers w/ Maxxis Chronicle tires

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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was left unlocked in garage overnight, starting around 7:30pm 6/20. Garage door was found open and bike missing around 9:00am 6/21.

Specialized Dolce

Location

Wayne & Rosemont Ave
6300 N Wayne Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 21, 2021 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Women's Extra Small
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Water bottle holder, front phone bag holder and lights on front and back.

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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
We parked in the 6300 block of North Wayne at 11 p.m. on Sunday, June 20th. Our bikes were on a bike rack on the back of our vehicle. When we went to retrieve them at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 21st, they were gone.

Trek Sun Tour 820

Location

Wayne & Rosemont Ave
6300 N Wayne Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 21, 2021 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Men's Large
Color: 
Silver and Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Broken water bottle holder and front/back LED lights

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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Bike was on back of car via a bike rack
Incident Description: 
We parked in the 6300 block of North Wayne at 11 p.m. on Sunday, June 20th. Our bikes were on a bike rack on the back of our vehicle. When we went to retrieve them at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 21st, they were gone.

Specialized Hard Rock

Location

Home
1350 W Walton St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 20, 2021 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
L
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is an older Specialized Hard Rock model. It is Silver. There is A MOONSADDLE seat on it, which is a distinguishing feature.

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?: 
The bike was here unlocked for 1 week.
Incident Description: 
A man on a small BMX rode through our back alley. Stopped at our storage closet and stole the bike, which was unfortunately unlocked. He left the small BMX bike and rode off toward Noble street.

Vanmoof S2

Location

1849 N Hermitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 20, 2021 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
AS17122154
Size: 
49cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Front luggage rack is missing one of its screws. Non-electric version, most Van Moofs are electric now.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Taken from garage along with Gazelle Arroyo

Gazelle Arroyo Black 49cm

Location

1849 N Hermitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 20, 2021 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
861974
Size: 
49cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black Dutch style bike with step through frame. Thieves also took my black Ortlieb saddle bags, which accompany the bike. Brand site: https://www.gazellebikes.com/en-us/models/arroyo

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Thieves broke into our condo building through the front door around 2am on 6/20. Latest video footage shows them walking towards rear garage door. Too dark to see when they left, but they could have easily taken the bikes through the garage. They took two of my bikes and one of the neighbors, but left my wife's. Suggests to me they didn't have much time.

Trek T1

Location

Lawrence
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 19, 2021 - 12:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
60cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike in good condition. Flat mountain bike handlebars, cages on petals, front brake, red and black seat.

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?: 
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?: 
10 minutes

Fuji Absolute 1.9

Location

Home
723 N Noble St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 19, 2021 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
19
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Had metal mud guards on front and back. Left handle was a bit beat up from a crash. Front reflector is loose. Might still have clip for onguard lock

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?: 
24 hrs
Incident Description: 
Accidently left garage opener in my pocket and must have inadvertently opened my garage. Last known time my garage was closed was June 18 at 4pm, noticed bike was missing around 10am June 19. Unable to file a police report because no one will pick up the phone.

Hiland Road Hybrid Bike Aluminum Disc Brake 700C Wheels 24 speeds Bikes

Location

SAIC Fashion Resource Center
36 S Wabash St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 19, 2021 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Part number: HITW7024bk-M, ASIN: B08133X2DT
Size: 
26 inch wheels
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new bike, only owned for about a month. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CZ6QCW9/ref=tsm_1_tp_tc?th=1&psc=1

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key 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?: 
5 hours, but it was checked on so more like 2 hours.
Incident Description: 
****SOUTH LOOP CHICAGO****My bike was locked with a key lock outside of the SAIC Fashion center, 36 S Wabash Ave #735, Chicago, IL 60603, on a bike rack. I was at work a few buildings down for 5 hours between 10 am and 3 pm. It was checked on at about 1215 pm, and it was still there so it was stolen between 12pm and 3pm. The bike locked was also completely missing.

Trek FX3

Location

208 w Washington street chicago.
Washington
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 17, 2021 - 9:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
L
Color: 
Black dnister
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
bike is all black with a bright blue bottle holder bolted to it. There’s also a blue seat pad, but that’s removable. It has a silver stand on the left hand side and a black holder for the ulock. Bike is slightly used and looks 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?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A few hours
Incident Description: 
Combination cable lock must have been cut. However, there is an additional combination lock that locks the back tire to the frame.

Motobecane elite sport

Location

Harlem Green Line Stop
1 Harlem Ave
Forest Park , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 17, 2021 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new with two water bottle holders

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key 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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8hrs
Incident Description: 
I parked the bike at the Harlem green line station at 8am. When I returned at 5pm, it was gone.

Diamondback Metric 1

Location

Montrose Beach
5942 N Maplewood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 17, 2021 - 6:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SAA20M01931
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New Bike, has lock holster by seat

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key 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?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Came to bike rack to find that bike was stolen, cable cut but lock intact

Schwinn Paramount PDG Series 2

Location

1049 N PAULINA ST
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 16, 2021 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very rare white Bernard Hinault Turbo Saddle. Riser bars with BMX brakes.

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?: 
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 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was on a rack in the 3rd floor of my apartment building which is supposed to be locked. They're doing building maintenance and have left the doors open for the last few days.

GIANT REVEL 4

Location

Logan square blue line stop
2620 N. Milwaukee Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 - 12:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
C62J0187
Size: 
M
Color: 
BLACK/RED/WHITE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Medium sized Giant Mountain bike

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Padlock
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?: 
3 Days
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked outside of logan square cta station. When I went to grab it it was gone and the lock was sitting cut where I left it.

2012 Scott Sportster 55

Location

1200 W Belmont
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
M
Color: 
Grey/Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition (recently tuned). Blue reflective sticker on the seat post and a bike computer on the center of the handlebars.

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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Garage near 1200 W Belmont was accidentally left open and bike was gone from the rack upon return.

KHS Urban Xpress

Location

3226 N Sacramento Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 13, 2021 - 1:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
U17L00439
Size: 
L 20.5
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Different front and back tires. Stickers on the frame: Bad Cop Bad Cop Portland Coffee shop One of a woman that says "not yours, never was" Bernie sticker

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than 12 hours
Incident Description: 
I had my bike in my backyard, I saw it that morning but it was gone when I looked again around 7pm.

Giant Roam

Location

Wrigley Building
400 N. Michigan Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 12, 2021 - 9:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C40G1800
Color: 
Silver / Aluminum
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fairly good condition. There is a dock for a bike computer on the handlebar

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
20 min
Incident Description: 
Lock my bike to the pole. Came back 20 minutes later and it was gone. Lock was gone too.

2014 Trek 8.6 DS

Location

Grand on Grand Condo Association
200 W Grand Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 10, 2021 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SWT4302C6509H
Size: 
22.5"
Color: 
Black/Red/White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It's used but maintained; there are barely any surface scratches, no rust, etc. There is a rear storage rack installed, a mud guard installed on the front tire, and a small LED behind the seat. There may be a small LED on the handlebar as well, I don't recall. Originally looked exactly as pictured.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
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?: 
Since ~2 weeks ago, when I last checked on it.
Incident Description: 
Stolen from locked bike room within midsize condo building that requires a resident or staff key to access. Bike was secured to rack with cable having integrated key lock threaded through the frame and front tire, which is also missing.