Recent Reports

Cannondale Synapse Sora

Location

3660 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 31, 2019 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
SA06326
Size: 
51
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
A couple of dings here and there.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
3-4 days
Incident Description: 
Rookie mistake! Front wheel only. Quick-released the rest of bike leaving behind the wheel and lock in remembrance of my stupidity. Keeping it as reminder of what once was.

Cannondale T800

Location

Wrigleyville
Sheffield Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 29, 2019 - 12:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, has U-lock mount on inside of frame

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 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?: 
3 months or so
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen while I was out of town from Friday through Wednesday night. On 3rd floor back porch, door at bottom of stairs supposed to be locked.

Bianchi Valle T Road

Location

Wicker Park
Damen and Division
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 28, 2019 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
0528
Size: 
52 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Teal brake lines and water bottle holder. Ortlieb Rear Wheel Rack

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1.5 years
Incident Description: 
Bike was in a secure garage. Door to garage was accidentally left open when roommate left for the day. The door was open from approximately 11:00 - 19:30 when landlord came home. Two other bikes were stolen, and are filing separate reports.

Cannondale M700

Location

120 N. Leavitt Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 31, 2019 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
61223L5N18
Size: 
Adult size
Color: 
yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
bright yellow Cannondale bicycle; no longer in production

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?: 
6 weeks
Incident Description: 
Bike was stored in locked garage hanging from hook. Returned home to find bike was not in garage. Neighbors reported seeing the garage open at 1:30pm, meaning someone gained entry to the garage.

Felt Z85

Location

Chicago
131 Dearborn
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 30, 2019 - 4:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Black with red trim, white handlebars
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is as new, toe cages on pedals, white tape and a Chrome small saddle bag located under the saddle.

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 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?: 
under 5 hours
Incident Description: 
Walked out from work after securing bike to official bike lock to find the bike and lock + cable gone. Bike was securely locked through tire and frame, with the cable securing rear wheel and frame attached to the U-lock.

Fuji Tread 1.5 DSC 16

Location

Maggie Daley Park
Randolph
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 30, 2019 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SWBD084L 1012L
Color: 
Light Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
The bike was locked in bike rack section of Maggie Daley Prk.
Incident Description: 
I locked my to the Maggie Daley bike rack at about 3:30 pm on Tuesday, 7/30/2019. I returned at around 7pm and found my bike u lock and chain had been cut and my bike was gone.

Torker interurban 24

Location

EQ3 - furniture store
51 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60611
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 30, 2019 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
youth size 24" wheels
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
like new, black handlebars, black bike bell. stolen with it was a faded lime green bike helmet.

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?: 
1 1/2 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked to a parking sign on Ohio East in front of EQ3 store...near Eataly. Went and had lunch in Eataly and when I came out it was gone. I fund a small Velcro strap that was attached to my lock on the ground. I am a person of small size and It is not easy to find bikes that suit me.

Specialist diverge

Location

Montrose soccer fields
Lakefront and wilson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 30, 2019 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Green Specialized logo with the front wheel and all accents spray painted orange. Bick rack on the back with a pouch underneath the seat. Carbon fiber bottle holder and bike lock attached to the 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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Stolen from a park, laying down next to other peoe
Incident Description: 
Bike laying next to other gear on the sidelines of a soccer game. Black teen with short braids and a red shirt walked off with it in front of many people. Walked south towards Montrose Ave.

Coda Comp

Location

1040 W Waveland
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 29, 2019 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
U1320U4553
Size: 
19"
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great overall condition, Black Topeak Explorer Bike Rack

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Main storage location for years
Incident Description: 
Returned home from work, noticed bike was gone from its storage location.

Trek 830 Mtn Track

Location

1717 S Prairie
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 28, 2019 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
Gu3L0451
Size: 
22.5"
Color: 
Teal/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black bag with lock was strapped on the back when stolen

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?: 
Permanent housing
Incident Description: 
Thief must have walked into open personal garage, lifted bike out of rack from which it was hanging from the ceiling when garage was inadvertently left open.

Fuji Feather

Location

Raffaelo’s
1901 N Winnebago
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 29, 2019 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fixed gear with front break. White women’s bike seat. Conquer wheel set. God&Famous sticker on frame.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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 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?: 
4 hours maybe
Incident Description: 
Stolen after 11pm 7/28 and before 8:30am 7/29. The pole the bike was locked to was cut in half and bike was lifted with lock still attached.

2018 Specialized Langster

Location

Fullerton Red/Brown/Purple Line Station
936 W Fullerton
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 27, 2019 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Black/Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1 year old, like new condition, entirely stock except Shimano A530 SPD Sport Road Pedals and Alexrims front wheel (replaced after being hit by a car last summer, rear wheel is stock Axis). Rear tire is Gatorskin.

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 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?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to bike rack under the Fullerton Red/Brown/Purple station around 5:15pm. Specifically, the rack was on the north side of Fullerton on the east side of the alternate station house. Returned to obtain bike around 12:15am and found half of the cut lock on the ground with both sides of the U cut. Reported to CTA, 311, and police station.

Trek 820

Location

Apartments behind Whole Foods on Wavleand and Halsted
Waveland
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 28, 2019 - 12:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Large/Tall
Color: 
Silver/Gray/Black/Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, there is a white sticker near the peddles that says "Bicyle Barn". The handlebars are scuffed from a wreck at one point. This includes damaged rubber and a scrape on the actuall handlebar. There was a taillight along with a slot for a bike lock to slide into.

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?: 
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 days
Incident Description: 
I locked up the bike in the afternoon on July 27, and noticed it was missing on the morning of July 28. The porch it was locked to was damaged and take bike was taken.

Redline metrodisc

Location

North Wells
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 28, 2019 - 11:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used good condition. Disk brakes, Planet Bike fenders. Carbon front fork. Distinct short Easton carbon flat handlebars. Underseat bag. Bottle holders.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Left bike locked together with a vintage schiwnn and two helmets locked with a cable lock to a bike rack. We left it at 9:45AM and returned at 11:45 AM. The redline, helmets, and lock were gone. The Schiwn was left in place.

Marin

Location

Garage in Sauganash
Peterson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 28, 2019 - 1:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Gray/Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Water bottle holder below seat, bike lock holder + bike lock still attached

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other U-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: 
Taken from garage in Sauganash (near Peterson and Pulaski).

Jamis with Chicago flag paint

Location

Sauganash
Peterson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 28, 2019 - 1:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Primarily Silver with Blue parts, Brown Leather Seat
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Chicago flag painted on Bicycle, Brown leather seat with darker brown top seat, u-lock accessory holder + u-lock still in bicycle

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other U-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: 
Taken from garage near Peterson / Pulaski.

Trek

Location

Millennium Park
Michigan Ave @ Madison St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 26, 2019 - 7:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SWTUO28C5111P
Size: 
21”
Color: 
Matte Blacko
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New/few blemishes Kick Stand Light in handle bars

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was secured with two locks to bike rack in well trafficked downtown Chicago location (Madison St @ Michigan Ave/Millennium Park). Secured bike and helmet, attended concert in Millennium Park. Upon returning 2 hours later, bike/locks and helmet were all missing. Possibly bike rack was unbolted from sidewalk, bike/lock slipped off.

Heritage Chief 2013

Location

My home
4151 N Tripp Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 26, 2019 - 9:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Adult size
Color: 
Matte black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Heritage Bikes ‘Chief model’ one of a kind, custom made.

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?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
My one of a kind, Heritage ‘Chief’ bike was stolen from my front yard. It was unattended for about an hour, and unlocked. It’s matte black, and is very distinctive looking.

Claud Butler Cambridge

Location

2803 W Shakespeare Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 25, 2019 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Vintage style with a brown leather seat, a basket and a vintage-style flowery bell. This is a British bike, not sold in the US. Photo attached is of a new bike same make, model and colour.

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?: 
10 months
Incident Description: 
Bike was suddenly not in the garage. Noticed while parking the car.

Huffy 26" Nighthawk Men's Mountain Bike, Black + Green

Location

1224 E 52nd Street
52nd Stweet
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 26, 2019 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Black + Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Looks nearly new, pretty shiny. Green and Black in color. Pretty much as shown in the picture below. It had a U-Lock on the front tire.

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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
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: 
Bike was parked inside the apartment and there were two locked doors between the bike and the entrance.