Recent Reports

Bike E, Recumbent Bike

Location

Near corner of Armitage and Halsted
Halsted
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 23, 2010 - 8:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
Adult, recumbent bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue, Bike E recumbent with large black canvas bag hung on back of seat-back. Electric front headlight and flashing rear, red "tail light"

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Perhaps 3 hours before theft was discovered
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked near about 3 other bikes. When I went to retrieve my bike all the bikes that were near mine, were also gone but I have no idea if these other bikes were also stolen as part of the theft of my bike

Ross Signature Series - circa 1980

Location

Apartment building
6962 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 23, 2010 - 6:58pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Small frame
Color: 
White/Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Mint condition, front and rear lights, installed rack

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?: 
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?: 
about 2 hours
Incident Description: 
the bike was stolen from the back of my building (back entrance, locked area).Someone cut the fence and took the bike and the ULock with it.

Trek 3.0 Navigator 2009

Location

Depaul Campus Lincoln Park
2200 Bissell
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU0960286t
Size: 
16.5
Color: 
White with brown seat and grips
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new looking, did not have any scratches or distinguishing marks. Bought from Village Cycle Center on Wells so has a sticker from there on the frame.

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?: 
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?: 
Hour
Incident Description: 
The thief must have picked the lock and rode off with the bike. When I came outside there was no sign of the lock or bike.

Royal Union

Location

Wrigleyville
1040 w grace street
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
women's adult
Color: 
white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White bike with Royal Union written on the bar, black gel seat slightly faded. 2 bike locks on it, one attached around the lower bar which takes a key, the other is a very old rusty one around the seat with 4 numbers across and numbers 1-6.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable 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?: 
5-10 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike has been in the back of my porch for months untouched. In order for the thief to get it they would have to sneak down the alley and carry it over a fence.

Trek 7500

Location

Edgebrook Metra Station
6400 Block North Lehigh Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, September 20, 2010 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
21"
Color: 
Bright Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1999 Green Trek Hybrid purchased at Out Spoken Bicycle Shop on Belmont Ave. (still has decal on it). Has two green bottle cages, Computer on handle bar, black pannier rack and a seat mounted tail light and clipless pedals (SPDs) Also has a kick stand and an old Obama sticker. Bike is in good condition overall but chain is somewhat rusty and wheels need cleaning.

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?: 
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?: 
10 hours
Incident Description: 
Bicycle was parked at Edgebrook Metra station which is located in downtown Edgebrook at Devon Avenue at Lehigh. Noticed bicycle was missing at about 5:30 PM upon my return to the station. I may have a picture of it but will need to look for it.

2009 all black Schwinn Cutter

Location

Truman College
1145 W Wilson ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
53cm
Color: 
jet black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Mine was a jet black Schwinn Cutter (Jet black) and a real head turner. I know the bike inside out, so even if I spot the bike for just a second I will know that the bike is mine. The Schwinn has black OURY handlebar grips, one front brake on the left side, origin8 1" threaded black stem, black generic steel handlebar, black steel generic seat post, ellipse black saddle, 2 piece crankset w/ black arms, rear mud flap, black Weinmann rims, but the brake surface is fading, Wellgo flat black pedals, Forte black toe clips w/ strap, Kenda Kwest 700x28 tires and most importantly is the frame. The frame is made out of Hi-ten steel all black with dual bottle cage mount and eyelets in front and rear for racks and fenders.

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?: 
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?: 
The bike was locked for about 5 and a half hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike on a fence located at the north east end of the building at around 12:30 pm. When it was time for me to leave the school around 6:30 pm, I looked on the fence and my bike was gone. The thieves cut my kryptonite cable lock that I used just for that day because my u-lock broke. My girlfriend who was with me at this time found the cut cable lock on the other side of the fence, I grabbed the lock and just said to myself WTFS!!! I came back to school the following day to ask the head security to review the surveillance videos from 9/21/2010 on the side where I locked my bike. Maybe then we could identify the unholy piece of s*** who stole my bike.

1984 Trek 620 (Pewter/Silver)

Location

jarvis beach
sheridan and jarvis
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 - 5:08pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
138576
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
pewter trek 620 w/ blue shiney handlebar tape. splotches of silver rustoleum painted on frame over rust spots, sun cr18 rims and shimano 105 hubs

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?: 
5 min
Incident Description: 
I was watching the Super Harvest Moon at Jarvis Beach... The moon was over the lake, my bike was in the park behind the beach. After giving some high fives for the harvest moon i turned around and my bike was gone! There were a few other people sitting around the park.

2011 Kona Band Wagon

Location

rapid transit
1900 w north ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
F1105C0310
Size: 
53cm
Color: 
Chrome
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new 2011 Kona Band Wagon. The only one of its kind. The bike is chrome with white deep section wheels. The bike was stolen from our shop while on a test ride.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
other
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from our shop while o a test ride. Any information leading to the return of this bike will be amply rewarded.

Schwinn Sidewinder

Location

South Hammond (just west of Gavit High School)
Birch Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 9:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
unknown
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Blue/Green (Teal)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This bike is a Schwinn Sidewinder teal in color with a black seat. Says "Women Inspired" on the bar and has a custom chrome fender on the back with two collapsible wire baskets in the back. Also has a broken reflector on the front handle bars and black handle grips.

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?: 
about 3 hours
Incident Description: 
This bike was inside my fenced back yard in plain sight from the alley. (I know, it was stupid to leave it out there like that). The thieves entered my yard to steal the bike and also took a purple man's mountain bike from the garage. The garage was entered through the service door which was unlocked. I was at home, but taking a nap at the time.

Gitane, vintage

Location

Chase Bank Lobby
1230 N Milwaukee
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 8:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Light Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Male frame, 54cm, light blue with yellow "Gitane" detail, bull-horn bars, single-speed, front brake on the left (a.k.a. wrong) side, no rear brake, black grip tape (peeling off on right side), bars plugged with red flashing lights. The black vinyl seat had a small tear as well as white paint marks. Has a silver trek fork. USB rechargeable headlamp velcro-secured to bull-horns. Rust spots, new chain, original crank and chain-ring making for an unconventional gear-ratio.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
5 minutes, in the ATM vestibule of Chase bank
Incident Description: 
Left bicycle in the ATM vestible of Chase bank, went up to teller (no line) completed my transaction, returned to my bicycle and it was gone. I asked those at the ATM and they said an Asian kid took it, heading north/west on Milwaukee. I phoned police, they arrived within ten minutes. Chase refused to pull security tapes so I could get an accurate description of the thief so I can only go by what I was told by a witness.

Novara Express

Location

Century Shopping Center
2828 N Clark St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 - 4:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
F001K0376
Size: 
Medium, 17" frame
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is brand new but the toecages on the pedals have been removed and the bike has two bright blue water bottle holders, a U-Lock mount, and the mounting for a Cateye computer installed on it.

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?: 
No longer than an hour and a half.
Incident Description: 
Locked the bike up in front of the shopping center to go the the gym. When I came out after my workout the bike was gone.

Mid-80's Trek

Location

Cambell Terrace apartments, near the Congress Theatre in Logan
Cambell & McLean
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
59cm
Color: 
Grey/silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Single-speed, light blue band with 80's Trek logo. There was a lock band around the stem under the seat, which was a black Brooks saddle. There was a flourescent pink and green piece of tape on the right handle bar, which were otherwise black (not shown in picture).

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?: 
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 6 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to the inside of a fence running along a sidewalk surrounding the parking lot of this apartment complex. It was parked on a ZipCar sign. I used the ZipCar from 2:30pm until 9pm, so it was stolen at some point in between.

Hillbrick Sabre

Location

Outside the congress theatre on Milwaukee
Rockwell and milwaukee
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56
Color: 
Bright red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Over 18 months old but well maintained. The grip tape on one handlebar was torn but otherwise no distinguishable markings or modifications.

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 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?: 
1.5hrs
Incident Description: 
The street sign was unbolted from its base, and the bike with U-lock was removed.

Bianchi Pista

Location

Landmark Theatre
2828 N Clark
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
H8MR17030
Size: 
55 cm
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new with low drop handle bars. Metal foot clip pedals.

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?: 
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: 
Somehow lock was popped off from bike rack.

2008 Trek 1.2 Pearl White

Location

UBS Tower (Back Side of building)
1 North Wacker
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Condition of the bike was great, a little dirty but very few scratches. The bike had a sticker for the bike station on it, it had Continental Ultra Gatorskin Wire Road Tires, and the On-guard lock skewers for wheels. Seat post had been tightened too tight and the carbon fiber was cracking.

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?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
Was working an evening shift, starting at 4:00. I arrived shortly before 4, locked up my bike and went upstairs. Came back down around 8:30 to go to dinner, looked for my bike and it was gone. The thief took everything, lock, helmet and bike.

Paul Frank

Location

Naperville Illinois
2620 Wendy Drive
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 5, 2010 - 10:26am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
large
Color: 
Bubble Gum Pink
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike has wide handle bars with grips, white basket in the front, large wheels, and decorated seat.

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?: 
it was not locked.
Incident Description: 
My bike was left outside of my friends house one day when i was to come and get it. While it was outside someone must have walked by and stolen the bike because it was not there later that day.

Fuji Track

Location

under El tracks
approx. 2016 North Avenue (under El tracks)
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, September 19, 2010 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
G7A83-0
Size: 
26 inches
Color: 
dark gray and black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
great condition, 2009 model, some scratches from the chain lock

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
Locked this bike with my wife's bike up together with a big heavy duty chain on a bike rack under the El tracks on North Avenue in Wicker Park (close to Milwaukee, North, and Damen). Came back after an hour and the Fuji was gone including the heavy duty chain but my wife's bike was still there LOCKED UP WITH A CHAIN THAT WAS NOT OURS!!!Seeing that the other bike was locked up with a combination lock, we assumed that they would come back.My wife called the cops. While she was still on the phone with 911, we both see a young male ride by us on my bike! When I started running after him he sped up. I chased him for a block but was not able to catch up. My wife was able to give a description while it was happening but have not been able to get the bike back yet.

Schwinn mountain bike

Location

School and Clark, bike rack on school behind bus stop.
School and Clark
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, September 19, 2010 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Adult size
Color: 
Silver and red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new condition. Kick stand but no water bottle holders. Brand new anatomic relief saddle by planet 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?: 
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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
90 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to rack outside of learning center at school and Clark. My bike seat was stolen from the same location a month ago. My cable lock was cut and left at the scene. My bike is pretty clean, red and silver. Brand new seat, kick stand and no water bottle holders.

Gary Fisher Librano

Location

2125 Lincoln Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 18, 2010 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Medium Size Hybrid
Color: 
Black/Grey Mix
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It had a CatEye monitor, a double water bottle holder on the back.

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?: 
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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
To the Spoiler of my car while it was on my bike rack on the back of my car.
Incident Description: 
I had the bike chained to the back of my car in the spoiler in front of a bunch of open bars on a busy Saturday night. Went to watch a football game in the bar. Check and halftime and the bike was safe. Came out at the end of the game and the lock was cut and left as well as the bike rack and the bike was gone. I hope the SOB who did it rots in H*#&!

Jamis Ventura Comp, Ritchey

Location

1900 W North Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
41 CM
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, nice and shine, grear switch on break handles.

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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4-5 hours
Incident Description: 
Please help me to find my stolen-bike, thank you so much!!!