Recent Reports

1997 GT Ricochet Mountain Bike

Location

Armitage Kedzie - Scoffalaw area
3200 w. armitage
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 3, 2021 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
18'?
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White forks and one black pedal crank. Also has a neck extension for the handlebars.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed 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 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?: 
Few hours

Raleigh, Model Unknown

Location

Northwestern University, Sargent Hall
2245 Sheridan Rd
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, September 5, 2021 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
26 in. wheels (tires are 700x35)
Color: 
Dark Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brown canvas bag on front Rear tire is brand new, Kenda Kourier Raleigh logo is in gold lettering 24 speed, 8 on right handlebar, 3 on left Has a cushion fitted over main seat Bike pump holder zip tied to top of frame

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed 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?: 
3 hours

2017 Salsa Marrakesh Flatbar Deore Version

Location

2033 Sherman Ave
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, September 6, 2021 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent Condition Brown saddle, sticker from THE MAIN

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 years
Incident Description: 
Bike was in a secure shed. Shed was broken into and bike was stolen.

Woom 3

Location

Hamlin Park
Damen
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 3, 2021 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
16 inch
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Beads / charms on the spokes. Good condition. Bell is a bit big for the bike (right handle bar)

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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was unlocked at Hamlin playground

MOTOBECANE Omnistrada sport

Location

Sherway apartments
4242 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 4, 2021 - 12:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
US07US1A0
Size: 
55-56cm
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Drop down handle bars front and rear disc brakes Blue MOTOBECANE omnisport strada

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?: 
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?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
My u-lock was cut overnight. lock missing except for 2 inch portion of ulock.

Urban Arrow

Location

Lincoln square
Pensacola
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 3, 2021 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
Cargo
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White framed urban arrow. 2 batteries. Four star family cyclery sticker. Dmb sticker.

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?: 
Months
Incident Description: 
Grabbed bike out of open garage

SPECIALIZED SIRRUS WOMEN V MINT COLOR

Location

5861 N Magnolia
CHICAGO , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 2, 2021 - 1:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC920296162N
Size: 
Regular women mountain bike
Color: 
Mint
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Few hours

Fuji Feather

Location

1621 N Honore St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 30, 2021 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Gray/Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The pedals, handlebars, and seat in the posted photo are different than what is seen there. Could not find a good photo with the current setup. Those newer parts are Purple Origin8 handlebar tape w/ purple Fyxation straps on fyxation gates slim black pedals. Black Bullhorn handlebars. Ass Savers reflective Fendor Bendor fender. White/Black TT Pro saddle. Quill stem

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?: 
Unlocked
Incident Description: 
Sometime between Sunday morning Aug 29 and Tuesday morning Aug 31 the bike was taken from our building’s basement storage unit. I had left it unlocked there for about two weeks. I believe another bike was stolen from a different unit’s storage as well, a silver mtn bike. The bike that was stolen from me was not in the most rideable condition (wheels fairly out of true, brake pads rubbed down/need replacing) so my thought is that they either carried it (very light bike) or threw it in a car and took off.

Marin Gestalt

Location

1111 W Madison St.
CHICAGO , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 22, 2021 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
H20031405
Size: 
54 frame
Color: 
black/blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
new. splash guards on rear and front tires. rear metal rack.

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 month
Incident Description: 
Bike was hanging above my parking spot when I left for work and then was gone when I came back Sunday. The garage can only be accessed via a key

Cervelo S2

Location

2608 W. Diversey Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 31, 2021 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
21"
Color: 
Primarily black. Red front fork and front post.
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition. Small saddle bag attached under the seat. Had white light on front, a mount for a phone and a mount for the bike computer (I can only assume the computer has been taken off). Black grips. two water bottle holders. Wahoo computer sensor on pedal and back wheel. Says "Cervelo" on all 3 bars of the frame, says "3T" on front fork, says "S2" on frame next to back brake

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?: 
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?: 
Lived here over 1.5 years
Incident Description: 
Security camera shows a guy breaking into our garage and taking my bike. He also tried to get into all of the cars, thankfully they were all locked.

Scott Solace 30

Location

Lakeview
3054 N Clifton Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 30, 2021 - 11:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58cm / XL
Color: 
black/white with blue accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
newly purchased Schwalbe 1 clincher tires with blue pinstripe on the sidewalls; small tear in the saddle edge

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 months
Incident Description: 
My landlord came home around 5PM and informed me that he had left the garage door open by mistake, and that sometime between 11AM and when he came home, my bike had been stolen. This is a private garage where my bike and my wife's were stored; luckily her bike was left behind. We checked with a neighbor who has a camera in the alley, but it's not at an angle to capture anyone coming from the street to our garage, only his.

SIRRUS X 3.0 FLKSIL/ICEYEL/BLK S

Location

Depaul University
1110 W belden ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 30, 2021 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
92421-7102
Size: 
M
Color: 
grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, Grey Specialized sirus x, pink water bottle holder

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 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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
about 2.5 hours

Tommaso Imola

Location

Montrose Harbor Dock B
601 W Montrose Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 29, 2021 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
black and white with rear tire being partially tan
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
https://images.roadbikesi.com/imola-endurance-aluminum-road-bike-ESljE9Z5gzaZdQ.jpg Notable markings: Has a rear bike rack back tire is partially tan left bar tape is white Has a water bottle holder

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 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?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to Dock B of Montrose Harbor at 10:30am. Went sailing and when trying to leave at 3pm, bike and lock were gone. Harbor master stated they did not remove the bike from the dock gate. https://images.roadbikesi.com/imola-endurance-aluminum-road-bike-ESljE9Z5gzaZdQ.jpg Notable markings: Has a rear bike rack back tire is partially tan left bar tape is white Has a water bottle holder

Specialized Sirrus 2.0 ST

Location

1230 W Grace St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 28, 2021 - 11:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC011364206R
Size: 
XS
Color: 
Pink
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Newer bike coral pink

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 street sign.

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?: 
12 hours

Cannondale CAAD 12

Location

1361 N Wells St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 29, 2021 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
FB37072
Size: 
56"
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used but clean and well-maintained; 2 black bottle racks, which don't match; mounts for a bike GPS, flashlight, saddle bag, and rear light; wahoo sensors on left pedal + front wheel

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 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?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked bike around 8pm, came out to discover it was gone at 9am

Trek X-Caliber? Not sure what model

Location

15 N Bishop St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 28, 2021 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
29” wheels
Color: 
White and Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White and black Trek mountain bike with front shocks, 29” wheels, disk brakes. Has a water bottle holder, and had a mount for a light as well as a phone holder. Both of those are easily removed, though.

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?: 
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?: 
18 hours
Incident Description: 
Had the bike locked to a metal pole in front of our building. Last time I saw it was maybe 8pm on 8/28. This morning I noticed it was gone, along with the lock. No indication of what happened. Not sure when it was taken - guessed on the time.

Schwinn Women’s Cruiser Bicycle

Location

Logan Square area (Belden Ave/St Louis)
Belden Ave/St Louis
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 27, 2021 - 7:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
Light Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Refurbished, tuned up, orange drop handlebar.

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 weeks
Incident Description: 
Bike was in the back corner of the garage. Thief appears to have gotten in through our backyard door. We don’t have side door to the alley, the garage is the only entryway/exit.

Giant Cypress

Location

939 W Armitage Ave, Apt
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 28, 2021 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Rust on handlebar, grey water bottle holder

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 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?: 
1 week
Incident Description: 
Bike and lock missing from alley near apartment when check upon.

Cannondale F700

Location

Evanston historic district
1629 Hinman Ave
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 27, 2021 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
unk
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent / custom build. Bike is sky blue with white forks. Black pannier rack on rear. Marvel Pro fork. Hope BB and crank. Red RaceFace chainring. Thomson seat post. Selle Italia seat. Shimano XT wheels. Vintage (1975) bicycle tag (Hawaii) affixed to rear of rack. Bike

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

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?: 
Less than 8 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from vehicle rack. It was locked to the rack with two cable locks, routed through both wheels, the frame, and through another bike. The cables were cut, and the one bike stolen. Theft occurred sometime between 9:30 PM on Aug 26, and 4:30 AM on Aug 27, 2021. It occurred on the street at 1629 Hinman Avenue (Graduate Hotel, Evanston). Police report filed with Evanston PD. This is a custom bicycle that will stand out. The frame is from 2002, but the components are new.

Nishiki racing bike

Location

House
4875 n hermitage ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 28, 2021 - 11:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
M
Color: 
Blue and yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue and yellow nishiki racing bike ~1970/80s. Friction shifters, yellow and black handlebar tap with orange dual clip in pedals.

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?: 
Not locked
Incident Description: 
Stolen from gated from yard