Recent Reports

2002 Specialized Hardrock A1 FS

Location

Rainbow Cuisine
4825 N Western Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 8:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Silver with a bright red fork
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike was silver with brand new continental town and country tires. It had a bright red manitou fork and a specialized wedgie bag under the seat. Specialized body geometry saddle.

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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked outside while I was eating dinner at a restaurant. I came outside and there was no evidence that the bike was ever there; no lock, no damage to bike rack. Shouldn't have relied on cheap cable lock.

2007 Raleigh Rush Hour, Gold Velocity Wheelset

Location

2947 N. Avers Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
I forget the exact size. I'm 6'4 and the seatpost was pretty high up.
Color: 
Gunmetal/Gold/Brown Leather
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This is my daily commuter bike so it wasn't all shiny and newlooking. I had put a machined and nonmachined golden Velocity wheelset on it. The handlebars were bull-horn style, with brown leather bar wraps. I used a brown Brooks saddle that had been weathered over the years. Across the frame I had affixed sticker letters that spell out "DEATH FROM ABOVE" and I had a thin plastic wrap to protect the top frame when locking up. I used to have eggbeaters but I put the original stock pedals in.

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?: 
1 day tops.
Incident Description: 
We just moved in and are still organizing things in the apartment where I intended to keep it. I had left my bike in the garage thinking it'd be safe to keep for a day or two. I just fell off it the day prior since some dude didn't see me while he was turning, so I walked to the Metra stop today instead of biking. I think it was still in the garage as of at least 7am today since my girlfriend remembers seeing it when she drove off. This probably isn't making the most sense but I'm pretty frantic right now and I think you get the gist. What probably happened is someone left the garage door open and saw it there prime for the picking. Filling out police report first thing tomorrow morning.

26" Mongoose Ledge 2.1

Location

Next to Millennium Park
Michigan Avenue & Randolph
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
NA
Size: 
68"L x 23"W x 41"H
Color: 
black/dark grey with white fork and some details in red.
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It was in perfect conditions. I just bought it 7-8 months ago at Walmart. It has also light purple valve caps and a black seat with some details in red and white.

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?: 
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?: 
1h30min - 2h max.
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked in a sidewalk next to Millennium Park. When the bike was locked to the bike rack, there was just 1 bike there. And when we went back and the bike was not there, there were 3 bikes locked to the rack.

Jamis Beatnik

Location

Logan Blvd & Milwaukee ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 7, 2013 - 12:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
U12XU50843
Size: 
57
Color: 
light Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, less than 100 miles Reflector on the handlebars looks like it was broken off, only has part that is attached to bars. Small scratches on left brake lever.

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?: 
a few days
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen out of locked garage between Sunday night and Tuesday in the middle of the day. There were many other bikes in the garage which were not stolen.

Raleigh M80

Location

1653 W. Congress Parkway
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 4:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
black and grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Pretty worn, from about 2001. Duck-tape on the handlebars. A few broken spokes on the front tire.

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?: 
8 hours

Trek 7.2 FX

Location

montrose beach
Montrose Avenue (east)
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 7, 2013 - 8:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU327C2966F
Size: 
20
Color: 
Mettalic Charcoal
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new, 2011

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Padlock
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?: 
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?: 
4-5 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken from fence outside area of Wavefront concert on Montrose beach. Where was the security?!

Trek 7.2 FX

Location

Montrose beach
Montrose Avenue (east)
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 7, 2013 - 8:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU055C2513F
Size: 
19
Color: 
Grey metallic
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new, 2011

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Padlock
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?: 
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?: 
4-5 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked with hundreds of others at Wavefront Concert on Montrose beach. Where was security?!

Bridgestone RB-T

Location

3025 W George St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Powder Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
- Mavic Open Pro wheels/suntour superbe hubs - Suntour XCE gruppo, - front/rear Blackburn racks, - and brooks imperial b17. - Ringle Seatpost - Nitto Noodle handlebars - Shimano 105 brake levers - Shifters: one Suntour Barcon and one downtube shifter

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
15 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was in my apartment entrance while I was home. Theieves came into the hallway and took this and another bike (Chrome Ross Mt. Whitney).

Giant Bowery Mashup

Location

North & Rockwell
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Gray with Black and Red detailing
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike has "bullhorn" handlebars with black tape. AlexRims DA-22, BLACK WHEELS Pedals: caged with clips.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
1 night
Incident Description: 
Somebody jumped the closed gate on the back yard and stole 2 bikes. Humboldt Park. N Rockwell Street.

Peugeot 10 speed

Location

Leland & Maplewood
2520 W Leland
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 4, 2013 - 3:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
black frame with bright yellow handlebar tape. trek seat

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 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?: 
2 days

Fuji Track Classic

Location

Raino Ogden Architects
737 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago, IL
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new green with yellow print Fuji Classic Track frame with all black components and a silver sticker reading "Encinitas" on the left side of the back frame. Brand new Orange Velocity "Deep V" rear wheel. Black plastic Steve Hamilton "animal" pedals and 1 left red PowerGrip pedal strap and 1 right white PowerGrip pedal strap. Black Fuji drop down handlebars. No brakes.

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?: 
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?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
Left my bike at the corner of Wrightwood and Burling St at 1 am. Kryptonite Series 2 U-locked to bike rack and ABUS Cable locked to back wheel & frame. Returned to bicycle at 3:30 am to find nothing but the Kryptonite U-Lock cut and left on the floor.

Genesis GS700

Location

Showplace Icon
150 w. roosevelt rd.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
22.5
Color: 
White/blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new. Sticker taken off on left side of front wheel, stickers remain on right side of front wheel and both sides of rear wheel

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 stolen while i was at work.

87 Nishiki Olympic 12- (Single Speed)

Location

My Apartment
West Berteau Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
White and Teal
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Frame is tad dirty.

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?: 
1-2 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from off of my 2nd floor porch while I was inside my apartment. Waiting on security footage from the Jewel security cameras that over look the porch/apartment area.

KHS Urban Soul

Location

311 S Wacker
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 10:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
Green/Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good Condition, some scraps on the frame small gouge on the seat near the back

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked up my bike as I got to work at 311 S Wacker on the north west corner bike racks. When I came back in the afternoon the bike was gone.

Giant Cypress

Location

Andrew Goldblatt
1884 n maud
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 6:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
NEw and very clean. Has a bag under the seat, and a lock around the frame in front of the seat.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Overnight

Black Fixed wheel

Location

Outside McDonalds and Chicago Board of Trade
141 West Jackson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 8, 2013 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Vilano Attack Fixed Gear Bike Track Bike Large (58cm) Matte Black

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
7 hours
Incident Description: 
Sadly, just stolen

Surly Cross Check Single Speed

Location

4100 N Lincoln Avenue Condo Building
4100 N Lincoln Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 4, 2013 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
M12060930
Size: 
56 CM with 700C Wheels
Color: 
Dark Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Less than one year old and in excellent condition

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Other
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 Day
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to bike rack in common garage of condo building. Front wheel and frame were locked to bike rack with new U-Lock. Rear wheel was locked to frame with a separate new U-Lock. Both locks were Kryptonite. The scumbag(s) who stole my bike used either a pipe cutter or hacksaw to dismantle the bike rack. It is clear the strategy was to destroy the rack rather than invest time breaking the locks. Multiple bikes were stolen from the garage as they destroyed 2 separate bike racks and clearly went after the high dollar value targets.

Raleigh Cadent

Location

Lincoln Park
Halsted and Willow
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 7, 2013 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
48"
Color: 
Black with lime green handle bar tape
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, some scratches on frame. At the time of theft was wrapped in black electrical tape and old bike tubes to deter theft (ha!). Lime green handle bar tape and detailing.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
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?: 
7 hours
Incident Description: 
Bicycle was locked to a fence in a private courtyard at 10:30 pm on Sunday night. The fence is not visible from the street and the bike was concealed underneath trees. The bike had been cut off from the fence before 7:00am on Monday morning. The fence was damaged and cut open. No evidence of the U-lock.

GT Nomad

Location

Rocky's
232 W. 31st Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 4, 2013 - 3:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
SNMNG12G80061
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Splash guards on front and real wheels and a rear rack.

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 street sign.

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 Days
Incident Description: 
White male used cordless saw to cut through U lock.

Cruiser

Location

home
Haddon
Chicago (Ukrainian Village) , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 4, 2013 - 7:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
Bright Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new tires, tires had beads on the spokes, typical beach cruiser with scratches and some beat ups. Got it in 2003 so it had some years on it, but still looked good.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Padlock
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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
10 hours
Incident Description: 
Left my house in the morning at 5 am and bike was still there. My roommate left later and noticed it was gone.