Recent Reports

Trek

Location

525 W Arlington Pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 27, 2021 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Older model, black bag on the 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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was on the rack Sunday night, missing Monday morning

Momentum Street

Location

Midtown Athletic Club
2444 N Elston
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 27, 2021 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
K35004240
Size: 
Reg
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black wire basket on front, Schwinn case on seat. Scratches on crossbar from U Lock.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked in front of Midtown Athletic Club, 2444 N Elston.

Cannondale

Location

Apartment
1528 N Ashland Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 25, 2021 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
61cm
Color: 
Lime Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Lime green, large road bike. Cannondale, gear shifters in hand brakes

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 a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

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?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked through front wheel and frame to light pole on the corner of Ashland and pierce (1500 N). It was seen at 10:00 PM Thursday night 6/24 and was gone Friday 6/25.

Trek Emonda ALR4

Location

JS Masked at request of victim
3253 n Oakley ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 25, 2021 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
55 cm
Color: 
Black with silver letterinf
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Light scratches on left handlebar - clip less pedals - village cycle sticker on frame.

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?: 
4 months
Incident Description: 
Broke into garage to take bike - nothing else taken.

Trek Marlin

Location

Lakewood avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 24, 2021 - 5:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
S
Color: 
Blue and black.
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Seat has been replaced, scratch on left front fork, Village Cycle sticker. Bought August last year.

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 a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 days, used often.
Incident Description: 
Thieves entered neighboring house to cut the lock, bike(s) was locked to dividing fence. Took about a minute to defeat lock, then entered front yard and walked in, casually strolled out with two bikes.

Raleigh Redux I

Location

My Apartment
3719 N Sawyer Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 21, 2021 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
SSA20H01515
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New-ish condition with some roadwear on the tires. "Bike Tuff" sticker on the main frame.

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?: 
1 Day
Incident Description: 
I returned home from work around midnight on the 19th and put my bike out of sight in the fenced-in backyard. I drove my car to work the next day, and my bike was right where I left it. A major storm happened that Sunday night, and I returned home a bit later than I originally intended, then woke up Monday morning to discover that my bike was missing.

Trek Verve 2 Disc

Location

5550 N Broadway
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU004XC2525S
Size: 
L
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New bicycle with two black Bontrager fenders (slight chips on the fenders) and a black side-loading CORKI water bottle holder

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?: 
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?: 
1 week
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked on a rack inside a gated parking lot at an apartment complex. Either one of the residents left the lot gate open overnight or someone in one of the storefronts that have access to the parking lot provided the thieves access.

Scattante R330

Location

North Center
Patterson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
19 inches
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition and recently had a new seat along with gray grips on the handle bars

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
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?: 
12-15 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike had a u-lock from frame to front tire. I think it was removed completely from the garage

Magna Shimano

Location

3757
64th pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 18, 2021 - 5:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
820484TJ
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fairly New good condition..Gray Frame with "Lightweight Aluminum" written on frame towards seat and "2wenty9ne" on bottom of frame in white writing. The bottom back frame towards chain says rapid fire Shimano 21 speed.

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?: 
August 2020
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken out of Garage..Do not know exact date and time was taken.. Back wheel was on flat and was place there to repair..I was informed by son that bike was no longer there 06-18-2021..

Schwinn Crosscut

Location

Downtown Post Office
211 S Clark Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black tape on the forks, plastic seat with no cushion

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?: 
10 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was outside of the post office, right by the front door. Went inside to drop off a letter, came out and my bike was gone.

Specialized Allez E5 Sport Dovgry/blk

Location

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

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Serial#: WSBC006026836R
Size: 
54
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New- two lights in the front and back

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 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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to my back patio. The only way in is through the side door that the restaurant below constantly leaves open since it also leads o the garbage. I’m assuming it’s someone in the building or someone off the street. It’s a brand new bike bought in April and should be easily found if sited.

6KU-Single speed

Location

West Town
Corner of Damen and Superior in front of Sprout Home
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 19, 2021 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
55 cm
Color: 
Black frame with blue wheels
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bicycle had a few scratches but good condition. the '6KU' sticker was peeling off both sides of the frame. On the frame near the back tire, my nickname is in silver sharpie and says 'Baby Badu'. Inner frame of the tires are a turquoise blue color. Has a flip flop hub to ride it fixed or free wheel. Rear brake only.

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 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?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was clipped from the intersection of Damen and Superior in front of multiple open business from a bike rack. Happened between 3pm-4pm because it was there at 2:30pm. NOTE: Photo is not the location of where it was stolen but can be returned to Sprout Home if found, please!

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.