Recent Reports

Van Dessel- Gin and Trombones

Location

CTA Blue line possibly somewhere near Damen
1500 N. Damen
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 30, 2010 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Orange w/ White accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
'08 Aluminium cyclocross frame. Carbon seat stays, seat post, and fork. Brown leather bar tape on drop bars. 1 Campagnolo brake lever (left) 1 Dura Ace shifter/lever (right). White Kore front cantilever brake, grey R&E Big Squeeze cantilever rear. White Santé crank set, Santé rear 9 spd rear deraileuor White Vittoria tires on Velocity rims laced to Dura Ace hubs. Brown leather saddle. White shifter cable and black brake cables.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
1 hr
Incident Description: 
My friend was using the bike while visiting me here. He was on the blue line and fell asleep. Whebbhe woke up the bike was gone.

Bianchi San Jose

Location

condo building
1520 N. Sedgwick St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 22, 2010 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
H7MR-06857
Size: 
55 cm
Color: 
light blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
black leather saddle; rear rack; black fenders; brass bell

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
The bike was hanging in a locked storage unit within a storage area that is secured by a locked steel door. The storage area is inside a locked garage of a condo building. It is unknown how the locked garage and storage area doors were opened, but the individual storage unit door was forced open with a crowbar.

Bianchi Bergamo

Location

1520 N. Sedgwick St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 22, 2010 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
H4M4 0081
Size: 
18.5"
Color: 
dark blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
silver fenders; rear rack

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
The bike was hanging in a locked storage unit within a storage area that is secured by a locked steel door. The storage area is inside a locked garage of a condo building. It is unknown how the locked garage and storage area doors were opened, but the individual storage unit door was forced open with a crowbar.

Terry Women's Bike

Location

UIC, in front of Student Services Building
Corner of W. Harrison and Racine
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Friday, October 29, 2010 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
H6J
Size: 
Small, front wheel smaller then back w heel
Color: 
white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It is in good condition. Has a pannier rack on the back, front and back lights. a pump, and a bike bag with extra tube.

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 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?: 
1 :15.
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked on a rack with many other bikes, probably 10. I was in a meeting for only an hour. My bike was the ONLY one stolen. It was the only one worth anything on the rack. It was broad daylight with students and others coming and going....

KHS Alite 300 White 21"

Location

The Field Museum
1400 S. Lake Shore Dr
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 24, 2010 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
U90824175
Size: 
21 inch
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. White mountain bike with a light on 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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
I was visiting the Field Museum and locked my bike out in front of the museum. I came out to discover that it was stolen.

KHS Westwood

Location

Sidewalk 10 feet west of Clark Street
Surf & Clark Streets
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Monday, October 25, 2010 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
U804605711
Size: 
19 inches
Color: 
Silver & Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
No seat, has a rack with Mayor Daley's bike program sticker on it, Cateye left handle rear view mirror

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike up to a no parking sign on the corner of Clark and Surf Streets about 4:30pm on a Monday night. I went in to Bally's Health Club and came out about 6pm and the bike was gone along with the cable lock. I'm guessing that professionals came by in a truck or van, cut the lock and grabbed the bike. The only part I still have is the seat which had a quick release and I took with me.

2009 specialized stump jumper comp 29r

Location

Rehabilitation institute of chicago
345 east superior st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 24, 2010 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
M9kk62322
Size: 
23 in frame, 29 wheels
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new. Tall bike, 23 inch frame, power stroke leather strap pedals, topeak rear rack, cateye computer, seat post bag, frame pump. White bike with black lettering. Beautiful mountain bike for a very tall person.

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?: 
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?: 
Overnight and stolen at 1230pm. I even have the blurry video!!
Incident Description: 
The guy Who stole this took 5 seconds to cut thru the black cable combo lock. The video is eery and the security company here is a joke. Multiple million dollar Facility and $20 cameras that are too blurry to make anything out.

1988 Cannondale Criterium 3.0

Location

900 N Michigan Ave.
Walton and North Michigan Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 27, 2010 - 7:35am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58 CM, wide handle bars
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Late 80s black Cannondale Criterium with various nicks and scratches, chipped paint, slightly rusty front fork, threaded stem. Profile Design 130mm H20 stem, Neuvation bladed-spoke wheels, wide Salsa bell-loop drop bars wrapped in blue Fizik bar tape, a Green Party sticker on the down tube, single-speed with a white chain, broken rear derailleur hanger (hence the single-speed conversion), Forte pedals and toe-clips, Shimano 105 crankset/brakes/brake handles

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 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?: 
5 MINUTES!
Incident Description: 
Today, while on my first run delivering for Potbelly Sandwich Works, I locked this bike to a sign, went into the shopping center at 900 N Michigan Ave, picked up the order, came outside, and the bike had vanished without a trace! I talked to a construction worker nearby who didn't notice anything, and then talked to the buildings security office where I wrote a description with my contact info, and they said they would file it for me. I'm quite surprised that a thief would risk stealing from where it was locked, as it was 15 yards from North Michigan Ave! My bike was locked next to a cruddier mountain bike, however that bike was locked with a big heavy duty chain. The exact location was to a sign post, on the South side of Walton, 15ish yards west of North Michigan Ave.

Dawes Galaxy

Location

Irving Park and Ashland
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, October 23, 2010 - 9:04pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Brown and Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
PLEASE NOTE: The photo provided is old, taken right after the bike was purchased. I have changed numerous components on this bike since then. Paint a little beat up, but otherwise in excellent condition. Handlebars have brown speckled grip tape and new Tektro brake levers. Bright yellow Origin 8 saddle with extra long silver seatpost. Crankset is Shimano Tiagra (chrome crank arms, black chainrings). Rear wheel is a shallow v-section no name (Sta-Tru)

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 bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Approximately 8 hours.
Incident Description: 
I had just gotten into an accident. I locked up my bike before getting into the ambulance and leaving for the hospital. In the confusion, I may have locked my bike up improperly (only locking it to the frame). After leaving the hospital, I went to look for it and couldn't find it anywhere on Ashland Ave. having traveled up and down several times. Bike was locked with a newer u-lock w/flat key.

Trek 1.2 WSD

Location

Avenue Hotel Crowne Plaza
150 E Huron Street
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 19, 2010 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU286C0065E
Size: 
52cm
Color: 
Black with Blue and White Lettering/Accents; White handles
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
About 1 Year old. Great condition, handle bars a little worn. Brand new pedals with larger cages. Relatively new seat. Spediometer on Left side of handle bars. Schwinn water bottle holder on frame.

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?: 
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?: 
Approximately 10 Hours; Estimated theft time provided by witnesses
Incident Description: 
Bike locked up outside of work to bike rack. Two doormen at Avenue Hotel claimed to see a tall, African American man 'yanking' at the bike about a half hour before I came out of work at 5:30pm. Doormen assumed the bike belonged to the man and thought he forgot his key/combination. The men said he looks like he could have been homeless. Cable lock was at the location where the bike was locked, with the combination parts in pieces on the ground. I was periodically checking on the bike from my office on the 12th floor, at 12-1pm the bike was still where I had left it at 6:30am that morning.

2010 Giant Avail 1 (White/Silver)

Location

In front of "Multilingual Chicago" on Milwaukee/Central Park
Milwaukee/Central Park
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 24, 2010 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
GP0G2898
Size: 
medium (but I think I've taken the sticker off)
Color: 
white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Giant, Avail 1 with red handlebar tape, shimano clip pedals, w red bike cage and a underseat black bag.

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 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?: 
5-6 hours
Incident Description: 
Somewhere between 2pm and 5pm on Sunday, October 24th, my white Giant road bike was stolen. It was U-locked (the front tire was also u-locked to the frame) to a street sign or parking meter sign and the sign was completely screwed out of the ground and in the street when I discovered my bike was missing. I rode this bike across the country, so it has sentimental value to me. Please contact me with any information you might have.

Windsor

Location

Home
Racine/Barry
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 25, 2010 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
smaller guys bike.
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
I bought this bike off a friend so I don't know much information about it. It was stolen off my back porch in Lakeview. It's custom painted all blue, with a blue front tire and blue chain. small handle bars and a front brake.

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
not locked for 2 hours on my bike porch
Incident Description: 
Stolen off my back porch, 2nd floor. Must have been spotted from the alley. There is a bike left by the dumpster, might have been ditched for mine.

GT 1.0 Transeo Hybrid

Location

Cortez and Noble- outside my home on Cortez. Basement garden apt
Cortez and Noble (dead end)
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 20, 2010 - 3:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
Not sure
Size: 
Men's Small
Color: 
Small
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bought in 2008, this men's small, GT Transeo (1.0) silver framed bike came with a San Marco leather seat (with a tiny tear in the stiching on the butt pad) and had a kick stand on the bottom of the frame. It had some scratches on the frame, especially up on the black handle bars and a bit of rust on the shocks.

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 metal pole, pipe, 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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
I woke up in the morning, opened my front door and the bike was gone.

M300 Cannondale

Location

Garage
720 W. Randolph St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 24, 2010 - 2:27pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
14"
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent - Specifications Brakelevers Lee Chi 319A Brakeset Shimano Altus C90 brakes, Lee Chi 319A levers Chain 16.9" Chainrings 24/32/38 Chainstay Length 16.9" Crank Shimano Altus C90, 24/32/38 teeth Fork Crown sloping Fork Material chromoly, butted, sloping crown Fork Rake 1.80" Frame Angles 71.0 head, 73.5 seat Frame Construction welded aluminum Frame Tubing Material 6061 T6 aluminum Front Derailleur bottom-pull Front Derailleur Type bottom-pull Handlebars chromoly Stem chromoly Head Tube Angle 71 Headset 1" Headset Diameter 1" Hubs Sovos sealed mechanism Num Rear Cogs 7-speed Pedals Wellgo LU-924 Rear Cogs 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth Rear Derailleur Shimano AceraX Rims Sun Metal L21, 32-hole Saddle Vetta Comfort Seat Post Diameter 27.2 mm Seat Tube Angle 73.5 Seat Post Polygon PM-202, 27.2 mm diameter Shifters Grip Shift SRT-300 Spokes DT stainless steel, 1.8 mm straight gauge Spoke Gauge 1.8 mm Spoke Holes 32-hole Spoke Material stainless steel Spoke Nipples alloy nipples Spoke Type straight gauge Tire Size Front 26 x 2.10" Tire Size Rear 26 x 2.10" Tires 26 x 2.10" IRC PiranhaPro Top Tube Length 22.5" Wheelbase 41.6"

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
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?: 
17 Months
Incident Description: 
I left to have dinner with friends around 3:30pm, Sunday, 10/24/10 the bike was still there. I came back home at 10:40pm and the bike was missing along with the bike pump.

2006 Specialized Globe

Location

Just outside of Latitude bar in Lincoln Square
4500 N Lincoln
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 23, 2010 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
adult - large
Color: 
iridescent bronze
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Well worn - heavy scrathes at front fork and rear bar under seat where U-Lock hung when not in use. 2 front light holders, one light holder on left side of rear wheel. Wheel locls on front and rear - you won't be able to get them off without the key that I HAVE. Skinny armadillo tires - worn but not busted.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Older U-Lock w/ Round Key
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
overnight - I locked it at 6p - the next morning it was gone.
Incident Description: 
Nothing left of my bike, both wheels have wheel-locks on them, can only be released with ket which i have.

Trek OCLV 5020

Location

home
2104 W. Montrose Ave., apt 1 (back porch off alleyway)
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 24, 2010 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
52
Color: 
champagne/magenta lettering and numbering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
beautiful condition (no major scratches), Shimano M520 pedals, Curva seat with red lettering

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
one day
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked with a long U-lock through wooden and steal fence posts. Cable lock was wrapped in and through the whole. Went out for a bit, returned to the house to find it gone an hour later. The wooden fencepost was broken, the steel fence post remains whole. The U-lock and cable are gone. Heartbroken.

Specialized Hard Rock

Location

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

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 16, 2010 - 8:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
PL8F03886
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Scratches on top of frame and on front forks.

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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Cable was cut and bike was stolen

Schwinn Cutter

Location

Clybourn Metra station
Ashland Ave. and Armitage
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 22, 2010 - 2:07pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
men's regular
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
new bike with most of decals peeled off. drop handlebars w/ red grip tape

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?: 
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 hrs
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked on bike rack on Ashland between Cortland and Armitage by the Clybourn Metra station. Was in a hurry when locking it so frame was not locked correctly. scumbag took the frame off the front wheel leaving only the wheel U-locked to the bike rack. Bike was black with only one decal that says "Cutter". drop handlebars with red grip-tape.

1980s Scwhinn Le Tour

Location

Portage Cragin Library
5108 W. Belmont
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 21, 2010 - 7:17am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Perfect for 5' 10" riders, 27 1/4 wheels, 52-54 cm frame
Color: 
RED
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Generally good, only one large chain wheel in the front. Two Alloy tires made in China. Mismatched crank arms- one is fat and clumsy looking Silver bell on handle bars with a New Belgium Brewery logo on it. Had a bag hanging at the angles of top tube and down tube. Back tire is so worn at one spot there are no treads. lots of scratched paint but not rusty

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 street sign.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour tops
Incident Description: 
I went inside the library to use the internet and was not away for more than an hour. When I came back out it was gone. Neither the security guard or the people selling clothes on the sidewalk next door reportedly saw anything.

Trek Cruiserliner, 3-Speed, Coaster Brake Bicycle, with black metal basket attached to the front handlebars, Ladies' frame

Location

In front of Cynthia Rowely store
810 West Armitage Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 19, 2010 - 5:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
CA5EQ118
Size: 
17"
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Wide, white wall tires, brown leather-like handle grips, brown and white saddle. Looks fairly new, but bought in 2006

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 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?: 
Less than five hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen some time between 9:50 a.m. and 3:05 p.m. Just before I locked the bike, I noticed a Caucasian female on the sidewalk, intently looking at the area, the business next door, and down the alley. She was joined, after a moment, by a Caucasian male who came out of the alley just west of the 810 West Armitage Avenue address. Unlike other people who walk purposefully through the area at that time of day, they were mostly standing around looking. When I left work, next door, at 3:05 p.m., the bicycle and lock were missing.