Recent Reports

Raleigh Cadent 3

Location

Chris & Mary Gardier
4835 North Damen Ave., unit 4S
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, April 17, 2016 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
V14YK08636
Size: 
Small 15
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new! I bought it on 11/14/15 and it had never been ridden.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
It was locked with 2 cable locks to a bike rack bolted to the brick wall of the garage
Incident Description: 
This is the 2nd brand new hybrid bicycle stolen off my locked bike rack in the last year. I live in a 7 unit, 4 story condo building. There was no sign of forced entry. Each time the thief only stole my new bike and left the other alone. This time they also stole my power washer.

2013 Specialized Shiv Expert

Location

Reta Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 2, 2016 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Triathlon Bike - the pedals on the bike are gray Look Keo brand clip in pedals. The bike also had a gray Camelbak brand podium big chill waterbottle in the bottle cage.

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
I store the bike inside of my apartment.
Incident Description: 
The thief broke through the glass pane of the door in my basement to reach in and unlock the door. The thief then entered my apartment and took the bike.

Specialized Allez

Location

Harold Washington College
30 E. Lake St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 3, 2016 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Red/White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Minor scratches on brake hoods and shifters. Paint chipped away to the metal on the left side of the downtube, above the "P" and "E". Has a clip for a frame mounted air pump on the downtube.

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?: 
2.5 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked the bike through the front wheel and frame around 1:55-2:00 in front of Harold Washington College. Came out of class at 3:50 to find out it was stolen.

Trek Domane

Location

4533 N. Magnolia Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, April 30, 2016 - 11:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU135G5125G
Size: 
Adult Male
Color: 
White and Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Gatorskin tires, seat pouch and bottle cage were on it when it was 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?: 
1 week
Incident Description: 
I left my bike on my back porch, out of view, on the second floor against my grill. It would not have been visible from the alley, and our back area has a fence and parking spaces. Someone must have walked the back porch looking for anything easily mobile.

Women's Silver Raleigh C40

Location

216 S MAPLE AVE
OAK PARK , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, May 1, 2016 - 1:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
97900059
Size: 
Women's adult
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
small pouch under seat. 2 water bottle cages on frame. Broken seat "fixed" with duct tape.

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?: 
Storage room.
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: 
Combination was set the same as another bike that got stolen the night before. The combination of the first lock was too easy to crack (only 1 number off from code). Augh. Live and learn.

Men's Raleigh Venture 7-speed

Location

216 S MAPLE AVE
OAK PARK , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, April 30, 2016 - 1:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
U58K15439
Size: 
Men's adult
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Had yellow Topeak baby seat attached to the back.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
The combination lock was set with only 1 number off from the code, so we think the thief just fiddled with it and figured it out. Dumb on our part. We won't do that again!

Cannondale Quick 6

Location

1537 n keystone
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, May 1, 2016 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
FM34606
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
A "quick 6" bike with kickstand and seat leash attached. "I <3 my bike" bell on handlebars.

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: 
Bike was in a garage that was closed upon leaving. Something caused the door to open on its own and the bike was missing by the time it was discovered.

Fuji Absolute 1.7 Flat Bar Road Bike

Location

SEL East
950 South Halsted Street
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Monday, May 2, 2016 - 8:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
21
Color: 
Black with blue stripes
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Less than a year old, very well taken care off. Has wheels and seat locks anti-theft locks, taped handles and red light mounted under the seat

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?: 
Less than 7 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked in between two SEL engineering building at UIC (University of Illinois at Chicago) along with number of other bikes, most of them old and cheap, the same spot as every day.

Sole Goose Island

Location

4809 N Ravenswood
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Monday, May 2, 2016 - 11:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
White / Gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Goose Island Emblazoning

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?: 
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?: 
3 Hours
Incident Description: 
Bike Locked on Property at Hayes Managed 4809 N. Ravenswood Ave

Giant model #: 30011214

Location

My apartment
2109 N. Sedgwick St.
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, April 30, 2016 - 12:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C52D2954
Size: 
700c wheels
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was in great condition. Wear on left handlebar where bike lock from where the lock would rest. Wheels had left deterrent locking bolts.

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?: 
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
Incident Description: 
I last saw my bike locked to the bike rack on Friday April 29 at 9am. I was out of town for the weekend and when I returned on Sunday May 1 at 2pm the bike rack had been destroyed and the bike was gone.

Specialized Sirrus 80916-7003

Location

Apartment Complex
450 W Melrose
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Thursday, April 21, 2016 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC602303256L
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new- Skewers were added (am I saying that right? It's the addition where you have to use a specific key in order to take off the seat and the wheels)

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?: 
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 days
Incident Description: 
The bike was left hanging in a secure garage from a hook along with about 20 other unlocked bikes. An African American man, in his mid 20s to mid 30s, of around average height walked into the apartment complex, following a pizza delivery person who opened the door for him. He covered his face as he walked by security cameras, went out into the garage through a back exit, and took my bike from the hook it was hanging on. I have this on camera.

6KU Track Matte Black

Location

Steinmetz College Prep
N Mobile Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, April 29, 2016 - 4:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
matte blace
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was in great condition. I just bought it last week.

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?: 
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?: 
Couple hours.

Fuji

Location

West Ridge
2655 w Albion Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 25, 2016 - 4:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
53
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Frame is dark blue and silver on each end of the frame and between the fork and stem. Brake pads and wire cables are jagwire that's the brand. Seat is brown and the bottom of the seat is turquoise blueish. And the drop bars have brown crip tape. Tires are black and yellow and petals are silver and black. And it has a red back light. Tires are kenda size is 27 And it has its logo infront of the frame FUJI.

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?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
I got home from work around 7 pm left it in my back balcony of my apartment like I always do. Then around 10: 20 something I when out to throw garbage out and it was still there. Then by the next morning I was walking out to get my dogs leash and i notice my bike wasn't there. It was around 10 am, when I realized it was gone.

Townie 180199

Location

1001 W Madison building
1001 W Madison St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 4, 2016 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
ELT9012574
Color: 
Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition. White seat and handle bars.

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?: 
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?: 
on/off 5 years
Incident Description: 
Multiple bikes were stolen over multiple days from residential garage. On surveillance camera you can see 2 people using what looks like a reciprocating saw and quickly dispatch the lock and take it with them. The roll the bikes out of the side door. Done in the middle of the day. Bike locked by frame to heavy duty bike rack. Bike had seat and wheel locks.

Trek Model 820 (Year 2012)

Location

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

Date of Theft

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU120CS0087G
Color: 
Back with white accents on the seat
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Ride less than twenty times, looks almost brand new

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 years
Incident Description: 
Went in basement and bike was missing, no other items missing.

Sirrus Specialized

Location

Bike lock under Depaul building
55 East Jackson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 25, 2016 - 6:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC602305766J
Size: 
Extra Large
Color: 
Charcoal
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2014 Model, great condition, two black drink holders, pack over the back tire.

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?: 
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?: 
Locked at 9AM, was stolen by 7PM
Incident Description: 
As above, bike was locked to bike rack on 55 East Jackson. Apparently stolen in broad daylight in the loop :-(

Surly Crosscheck

Location

Garage
1745 N. Central Park Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, April 17, 2016 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54?
Color: 
orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition with ABUS bike lock holder

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other
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: 
Garage broken into and bike stolen

Trek 1000

Location

Merchandise Mart
Wells St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 27, 2016 - 6:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Teal
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Worn. Lots of undistinguishable stickers all over the bike in an attempt to make the bike look undesirable. Sigh.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
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

Cannondale

Location

Red line Metro station
33rd and Hwy 90
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 25, 2016 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It had fat slick, street tires to match it's mountain bike frame. At time of theft, it had a removable seat cushion with draw strings in back. Cannondale text in white. Tires were not an original pair and each had different stem styles for attaching air nozzles. Hard tail, no shocks.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
Location was side walk on 33rd and Hwy 90, at the red line.

Raleigh 1972

Location

Logan Square Blue Line EL Station
Kedzie
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 25, 2016 - 9:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Adult 24" wheels
Color: 
Green with White handle grips
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1972 Raleigh Vintage bike with 2 Black Saddle Bags. Black vintage Brooks Seat.

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?: 
About 6 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to Bike Rack outside of Logan Square Blue Line EL Station at 9:30 AM. When I returned at 4:00 pm it was gone.