Recent Reports

Trek 7.3 FX

Location

Union Station
S. Riverside Plaza
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 4, 2015 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a rack on the back tire with bungee cord netting. Wireless odometer (not working). Orange Kryptonite Evolution U-Lock probably still secured in its 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 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?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
In front of Union Station. Couldn't find my key for the good lock and had to use a cable lock. I think they just cut it. Going to file a police report tomorrow.

Giant Escape 3 50011124

Location

821 West Cornelia
Cornelia
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 2, 2015 - 4:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C34J0675
Color: 
metallic blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
good condition. locking wheel hubs, water bottle cage

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?: 
a few days
Incident Description: 
I got home and my bike was gone out of the gate area

Schwinn Continental

Location

west ridge/rogers park
2111 w lunt
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 3, 2015 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Vintage Schwinn Continental Bike with chrome mud protection, white seat with blue stains from bluejeans.

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 days

Specialized, Sirrus Comp

Location

Jewel Osco, Gateway Center Plaza
Howard and Clark
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 3, 2015 - 8:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
unknown, contacting owner to see if he has it.
Size: 
A man's bike, but not too big for a woman of 5'6''
Color: 
Dark Grey /black + red styling
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new condition. I borrowed it from a friend who I suspect did not ride it much. The wheels were a little sticky/squeaky from riding through the rain a few days prior. The front break especially. so. Grey water bottle in the bottle cage. I tried my best to keep it in the condition it was in when I got it, since it was not mine. I'm pretty desperate to find it, since I don't have the money to replace my friend's bike. It was missing the little electronic gps (?) device mounted to the handlebars, but the cradle which housed such a device was still there.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
About 20 minutes
Incident Description: 
It was locked to the bike rack outside of Jewel Osco in Gateway Center Plaza, Roger's Park. Comination lock was smashed and partially removed, the rest of the lock was left on the bike rack. The security cameras were facing the door and not the bike racks.

1980s Raleigh Reliant

Location

Union Sushi + BBQ
230 W Erie St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 3, 2015 - 9:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Tall (74 CM)
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good Condition, Yellow Handlebar Tape, Odometer on front wheel

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 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: 
I locked my bike up in front of Union Sushi + BBQ. Ate at the restaurant, walked down the street to a friends apartment. When I came back the bike was gone although the lock was still there, unharmed.

Free Spirit

Location

Roosevelt Square
1153 W. Washburne Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 3, 2015 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Small for a 5' 8" person to ride.
Color: 
Maroon/Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New Black Grip on handlebars. Rear Fender attached by orange zip ties.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
Went into my apartment for 30 min. Came back out and it was gone. Locked to a fence post with a code-lock.

Specialize Globe Roll

Location

Logan Square
2642 N. Sacramento Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 27, 2015 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC60700649H
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Gently used, one year old. Has white seat and white handlebar tape. Includes simple back rack, color black.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was unlocked, inside enclosed porch, which was locked. It appears the back door was pried open with a screwdriver. Two bikes stolen, including the one contained in this listing. Bike is deep purple in color with silver accents, white seat, white handlebar tape. It has backrack to which is locked a U-Lock. The bike also had a front light on the handlebars and backlight on the seat stem.

Giant Cypress

Location

3517 N Wilton Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 2, 2015 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Blue and silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
A little rust, especially evident when staring down straight silver handlebars. Twin black wire frame baskets on the sides. Up facing curved handles. Left grip is loose and spins. Security pegs on the seat and wheels. Black fenders, U-lock holder on the inner frame, holder for Cateye brand light on left handlebar.

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 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?: 
~20 hours before I noticed, but locked there daily
Incident Description: 
Parked bike after grocery run on Monday afternoon. Went out to get bike this afternoon, realized it was missing.

Forest Green Raleigh M-30

Location

Home
1712 North Western Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 2, 2015 - 3:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
26''
Color: 
Forest Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Some wear and tear. Blue water bottle holder. Distinctive scuffs especially near the fork with rust built up. Bike seat is not original -- it's black with blue stitching. Fork is slightly bent as well -- it's not visible to the naked eye but when not holding the handlebars the bike will always swerve to the right. Black rack for panniers installed in back. Breaks are slightly bent in front -- the front right break doesn't connect with the tire rim. Bike lock holder is attached to frame, along with the U-lock.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to itself in my backyard. Someone entered my backyard, presumably through the gate, walked back and took the bike.

Trek Mendota

Location

1424 W Byron St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, June 1, 2015 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU353C2360F
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition never stored outdoors. Bike has front LED, rear rack, front and rear fenders, pedals with one side for clip-ins and one side for regular shoes; all black. Biek also has disc brakes

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 year
Incident Description: 
Thief gained entrance through front door and stole bike from stairwell

Leader 725 Frame, 2013

Location

Victory Gardens Theater
2433 N Lincoln
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, June 1, 2015 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
54 cm
Color: 
Silver (Can look purple)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, only a year old with new crank set. Riser Bars with white Surly grips. White Rim on back tire. Only front brake. Black seat. Worn cages on pedals. Has numbers 725 on Frame. Large paint chip on main cross bar, revealing white undercoat.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked outside Victory Gardens Theater in Lincoln Park - cabled around a tree with Cable going through Front Tire and ULock connecting back tire, cable, and frame. No evidence remained at scene.

Jamis Ventura Sport Femme 2009

Location

Private Residence
7328 N Bell
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 31, 2015 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U92K59195
Size: 
51cm
Color: 
silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
red details, red, white, black seat

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Padlock
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?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
Garage door may not have latched shut and then wind may have blown it partly open. Bike was hanging on back wall on rack. Heavy covered cable was wrapped around the frame and both wheels. Cable loop ends were secured with a Brinks keyed padlock secured to a covered hasp mounted to garage frame. The cable was cut using garden found tool in the garage. Approximate time of theft 9:30 to midnight on Sunday 5/31

cannondale m600

Location

353 N Desplaines St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, June 1, 2015 - 8:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
great condition

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
Lock was u-locked {older U-lock with round key} to the rack and had longer wrap lock around body. Front wheel and ulock are still attached to rack.

Earl, "it's just earl" model

Location

Marathon Gas station on Sacramento and diversey avenue
Diversey avenue
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 31, 2015 - 1:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
BMX Bike
Size: 
42"in built for a small person
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, had a little wear and tear, one of the pedals is slightly curved due to a car hitting me. Lock was still attached to my bike before it was stolen so unless try have a bolt cutter, chances are the lock is still attached to the frame of the bike.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key 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, hidden I between a minivan and fence for maybe two minutes.
Incident Description: 
Just got off work and went to the gas station on Sacramento and diversey, looked around for a place to lock my bike but there was nothing to lock it to so I hid my bike I between a tan minivan and the fence, went inside for maybe two minutes total and when I came out my bike was gone. I asked the clerk if they had cameras and he said no.

Schwinn Criss Cross

Location

Home
1030 W. George St.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 30, 2015 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Man's Adult Bike for a person about 5'7" tall
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Deerfield (IL) yellow license sticker on the main pipe under the seat, Bell brand bike bell on the main handlebars, black foam around the u-shaped handlebars, 21 gears, gel seat cover, attached water bottle cage with portable air pump, purchased at the Wilmette Bicycle Shop (sticker on the rear of the bike near kickstand), rust spots, bike lights attached to front and back,

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 metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1-2 days
Incident Description: 
Time of incident is unknown

Trek

Location

Northwest corner of Division and Leavitt
2200 W Division Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, May 29, 2015 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
unknown
Size: 
Medium size-woman hybrid
Color: 
bike
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
My bike was a few years old and it has been fairly used. The distinguishable were the bell on the right side of the handle with a sticker sayining "I <3 my bike". The sit was a black with a one white trip on each side.

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?: 
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?: 
4h
Incident Description: 
I was meeting my bf at the Do-Division Fest. I was planning on bringing my bike in and lock it to a bike rack somewhere inside. When I was going to enter one of the volunteers at the entrance told me to better not to bring the bike inside because of the crowd. I nodded and turned around and look for another area to lock the bike. It was packed with bikes all around. I decided to cross to the northwest intersection of Division and Leavitt. In that corner there were more bikes locked to the tall long fence of what it looks the parking lot of the hospital in front of it. There were a group of policemen standing up with bikes there and I asked to one of them if it was OK to lock the bike, he said there are others there so it seems that you can. I came back to pick up my bike and ride back home around midnight and the bike was not there. There were other bikes locked with U-lock to the fence though.

Specialized Vita

Location

Merchandise Mart
Wells & Kinzie
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, May 29, 2015 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Wsbc602312125j
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new. Was given as a birthday present the week prior.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
7 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked my bike outside the Merch Mart at a bike rack before work and bike and lock were gone when I left work.

Schwinn

Location

1237 N. Campbell
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, May 18, 2015 - 8:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Color: 
Turquoise
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1980's ten speed. 1 previous owner. Everything on bike is original besides black handle bar wraps. New u-lock was locked on bike.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
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?: 
1 year
Incident Description: 
Bike is stored in basement. No forced entry. Either maintenance workers left door open for thieves or they took it themselves. Bike had lock on it but not locked to anything.

Colnago ACE 2011

Location

Home
1600 W Julian St.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 28, 2015 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
men's race bike
Color: 
black and white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
High quality, 2011 COLANGO ACE, black and white race 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?: 
Permanantly in garage
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken from garage between the hours of 7pm and 6 am. Garage door was open in the morning at 6:00 am.

Schwinn Traveler

Location

1920 w north ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 23, 2015 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56-60
Color: 
Teal
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It has black fyxation pedals. Under the seat on the frame, the paint has been stripped away from a small concentrated area (from a lock banging against the frame) (I don't have a great picture of the bike so the screenshot is the same model and color - but the handlebar tape and pedals are different

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 Weeks
Incident Description: 
The bike was hidden underneath the stairwell of a locked apartment building. I came to check in on it and it was gone. I hadn't checked in on it in about two weeks so I don't know exactly when it was taken.