Recent Reports

Specialized hybrid-gray/black

Location

Uptown
4700 block of N Kenmore Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 26, 2018 - 12:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Gray/black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition

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?: 
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?: 
6 hours

Specialized Rock Hopper

Location

Kai Sushi
1255 S State St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 25, 2018 - 11:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
unknown
Size: 
27"
Color: 
black with purple logo
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
vintage bike with fading purple "specialized" logo. Had a light clip on the front, had straight handlebars and newish looking mountain tires and a bottle holder mounted. Had a us cycle sticker on 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?: 
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?: 
overnight (10 pm- ?)

Diamondback Insight

Location

Ashley Gregory
2706 W Haddon Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 24, 2018 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
DAP13C028709
Size: 
Large men’s 21 speed
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, very good condition 2015 model year red Diamondback Insight commuter bike with white graphic on top tube. Saddle bag under seat including tools. Handlebar light, silver water bottle cage.

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?: 
Storage room.
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?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
Work crew left common area apartment doors propped open and bike was stolen sometime on August 24, 2018. Bike was locked with newer U-Lock through frame and front wheel and cable with integrated key lock through frame and back wheel. Also included with bike was red helmet.

Liv Alight

Location

449 N. Green
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 25, 2018 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
small
Color: 
black with 'liv' in light blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
excellent condition - front tire may be different, as that was left and not taken

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 months
Incident Description: 
The U-lock was only attached to the front tire.

2018 Trek FX 2

Location

Apartment
1249 N. Paulina
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 25, 2018 - 8:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
22 Inches
Color: 
Volt Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New Lime Green FX 2. Kryptonite lock attached to frame. rear and front 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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 Days
Incident Description: 
Garage door accidentally left open.

Trek FX 1

Location

1249 n paulina
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 25, 2018 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU061C1188M
Size: 
22 inch frame
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost brand new.

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 hour
Incident Description: 
Garage door left open.

Brompton 2016

Location

5514 S Blackstone Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 23, 2018 - 9:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Folding / Compact Bike
Serial No.: 
1704180941
Color: 
Cream
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Slightly less than a year old, cream colored body; some tear and wear on the left handlebar (along with some bits of clear glue), cracked back wheel guard, slight tera on saddle

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?: 
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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
I was visiting some friends in the evening at their apartment. When I was leaving for the night, the bike was no where to be found.

Bridgestone XO-2

Location

Home
2231 N. Burling St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 24, 2018 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
56
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
26 year old 1992 Bridgestone XO-3 with curved handlebars and bar-end extensions. Bike had an ABUS Bordo folding lock on the frame and an adapter on seat post for a trailer bike.

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
Incident Description: 
Neighbor reported that they noticed our garage had been broken into at 7:15am, and it wasn't broken into when they drove by earlier at 6:45am. The side fence was kicked in, the garage door was destroyed and another bike (Jamis) was left behind.

Men’s XS Transeo GT

Location

2207 W Chicago Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 23, 2018 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
XS
Color: 
Royal Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new condition. Has a water bottle bracket - had a camelback bottle in it at time was stolen. Also had a little mile tracking device mounted on 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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
11 months
Incident Description: 
A neighbor sent sent an email this morning that she discovered her bike missing last night. When I went down to check on mine this morning it was also gone.

Specialized Verge

Location

House
2849 N Burling St #2
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 24, 2018 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Unsure
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has Fenders, front fender loose and rattling.

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: 
Bike was stolen from a second story balcony, through two locked gates.

Fuji Crosstown

Location

2328 W. Charleston Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 23, 2018 - 7:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand New.

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 hour

Cannondale CAAD 8

Location

325 W Ohio St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 23, 2018 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
f12057877
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Gator Skin tires, shimano SPD pedals, Kozy and Jackson 175 stickers

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?: 
7 hours

Raleigh Furley

Location

Alley between W Palmer st and W Belden Ave
3310 W Palmer street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 22, 2018 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
U158U16813
Size: 
56”-58”
Color: 
Black with orange front fork
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Goodish condition, minor dings in frame from locking up, rotor brakes, rusty chain, browish/purpleish suede seat.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
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?: 
Locked to rung on back deck. Lock still attached to bike.
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked to a rung on the second story deck inches away from my back door. The rung was kicked in and bike was stolen with the lock still attached.

Giant Contend

Location

Mike Degener
322 E Illinois St,
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 22, 2018 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
ISO 4210-2
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Neon green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New bike. It’s bright neon green

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?: 
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?: 
90 minutes
Incident Description: 
I was in a movie at the AMC river east down town. My bike was locked to the bike rack.

Diamondback

Location

3827 N Fremont St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 21, 2018 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Navy Blue with yellow lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black, slightly rusted handlebars. Odometer on handlebars that doesn't work. Two water bottle holders

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?: 
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?: 
Two days
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to sign and observed locked safely last night. Returned home from work at 4:30PM and bike was gone

Trek 7.2

Location

2031 W Pierce Ave, 2A
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 18, 2018 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
25 inch frame
Color: 
Maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White tires, brown leather 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?: 
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?: 
5 days
Incident Description: 
Two men broke into our garage using a pick to open a locked side door around 7:52AM on Saturday August 18th. They then proceeded to enter the garage with a backpack, i'm assuming contained a saw to break my kryptonite lock I had used to secure my bicycle. The two men then left our garage with my bike around 7:58AM. We have a security camera in the back of the building which video recorded the entire incident.

Surly Cross-Check

Location

2315 W Thomas St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 18, 2018 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
M13092683
Size: 
52 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Surly cross-check have handlebars that look like goat horns. There is a space on the back of the bike to add a basket. There is also a holder for a waterbottle between the pedals.

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 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?: 
at least 24 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen between 12 noon August 18 2018 and 9 pm August 21 2018. The wooden railing my bike was locked to was broken off the porch, and the lock was slid through the rail. This would have required the thief (or thieves) to enter the grounds of my building by either the front gate or the rear gate.

K2 T9 Mystic

Location

outside Anti Cruelty Society
510 N. LaSalle Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 13, 2018 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
0030420442
Size: 
Adult small, women's step through
Color: 
maroon with small flowers
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Sticker: Harbor House #207 Blue LED wheel lights, both wheels

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?: 
8:30 am, not there at 5:30pm
Incident Description: 
Locked bike outside anti Cruelty Society on LaSalle Street. Whole bike and lock gone at 5:30 pm

Cannondale Tiagra

Location

2852 N Hamlin Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 16, 2018 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
YM00173
Size: 
56
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
black and white cannondale with small bag on seat, tri-bike style

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?: 
bike was not locked
Incident Description: 
someone broke into our garage, lifting the garage door. took the bike off the hooks on the wall of the garage and left.

Raleigh Hybrid bicycle (2003/2004)

Location

House
Nassau Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 19, 2018 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Blue and White with silver trim
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition with a child seat adapter attached. Bike was stolen with Instep bike trailer attached.

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?: 
Bike was not locked in my backyard. 2 hours.
Incident Description: 
Bicycle and trailer where stolen from fenced-in backyard between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Bike was located next to back porch and grill.