Recent Reports

Trek 820 Men's Mountain Bike

Location

Ravenswood Metra stop
1800 W. Lawrence
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 26, 2010 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Blue gradient
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Older bike, but in good condition - cared for and loved since I was 13. Air pump attached. Two water bottle holders - black metal and blue plastic. Has a pedometer sensor on front wheel spokes, although no pedometer.

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?: 
9 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to rack under Metra overpass at Ravenswood station on Lawrence Ave. Bike was locked and last seen at around 8:45 am and discovered missing at 5:45 pm.

2005 Trek 3700

Location

1915 N Larrabee St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 18, 2010 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
C45AQ250
Size: 
19.5"
Color: 
Green/Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Green/Gray women's bike, lock attached to handle bars, front and rear light, rear fender, hybrid tires

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?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was left unlocked in front of window at residence for 30 minutes, upon return bike was missing

Redline Conquest Sport

Location

225 W Wacker Drive Parking Garage
225 W Wacker Drive
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 24, 2010 - 7:09am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54
Color: 
Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brown and Black Redline Cyclocross Bike. Bike was in good condtion with normal wear and tear on frame and pedals. Black electrical tape was on frame in numerous spots.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 Hours
Incident Description: 
Security video shows white male enter parking garage at 12:09 pm and begin to grind U-Lock. Sparks are visible on video footage. Suspect rides of on bicycle at 12:15 pm.

Jamis Aurora

Location

Pole outside apartment
N. Campbell and W. Wilson
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U79U13228
Size: 
50 cm
Color: 
Beige and copper
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good, paint rather chipped but ran excellent. It had front and rear racks, fenders, a Terry saddle, double wrapped handlebars and pieces of balloon stuck everywhere. There is also a computer mount with no computer. It has clipless and platform pedals.

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 street sign.

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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
I came home late last night and secured my bike to the pole. I usually bring it indoors or into the basement but I locked it outdoors last night. When I went outside this morning to go to work the bike was gone and the lock was there, cut.

Specialized Globe Carmel 1 (Ladies)

Location

condo garage
Irving Park (between Ashland and Southport)
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 4:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
P9FAH0822
Size: 
16L
Color: 
light blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new (only 2 months old). Excellent condition. Ladies light blue step-through frame. The tires, handlebars, and seat are all a whitish gray color. 21 gears. Black front and rear fenders. Three-basket system in the back, including two black collapsible side baskets, and one black removable basket with handle. Bicycle bell on right handlebar with Hello Kitty image. Odometer holder (without the odometer in it) on right handlebar. Holder for U-lock attached to frame.

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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from our locked indoor garage spot. Garage holds parking spots for a 15-unit condo. Bike was locked to itself with a U-lock. Bike was likely taken because it was brand new. Bike was taken with U-lock, basket, helmet, and bungee cords. Theft happened sometime between 9:15am and 3pm on Wednesday, August 25.

2007 Bianchi Brava (Red) 48CM

Location

Across the street from Cafe Mustache
2314 N Milwaukee
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 9:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
48CM
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In almost new condition. Only minor scratches along down tube from lock wear. Time pedals, black beetle light, silver water bottle cage, with green/silver bottle, otherwise all stock.

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 parking meter.

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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Image is stock, not of my bike. I was in the cafe for approx two hours. At 2:45 PM someone walked in and said they had just seen a bike stolen. He watched someone cut my lock with an angle grinder and take the lock/helmet. The person rode my bike up the street to the BP at California and Fullerton. The passerby followed the person to the BP where he saw him put the bike into the back of a baby blue toyota previa minivan (early 90s?) license plate H82 1472. He got a picture, which he gave to me, but the officer that took my police report wouldn't take the plate number because I didn't take the picture myself.

KHS Urban X-Press Black XL

Location

In front of Chicago Lincoln Park Zoo East Entrance
2001 N Clark St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 22, 2010 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
U80903300
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is 1 year old - bought it from Roscoe Village Bikes shop http://www.roscoevillagebikes.com/commuter.html priced at $470 + tax and used it to commute to work during the summer. Well maintained - new tire on the rear wheel (mismatched tires) Changed the men's bike seat for a Planet Bike Bike ARS Added a Cat's Eye front light

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?: 
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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Left 3 bikes locked together and to bike racks in front of the East side entrance to the Lincoln Park Zoo (bike racks accross the street - along the bike path). Arrived around 3:00PM and got back at 5:30PM. 2 bikes (both in decent shape - working * 1 Specialized mountain bike, female, small size and yellow frame, blue seat * 1 KHS montain bike/ commuter bike, male, white & black frame, brand new rear tire (had it changed on the shop along the Lakefront bike path 15 min before), rusted handle bars were still on the scene, lock cut. The 'nicer' bike which was stolen was 'piled' underneath the 2 other ones. Thanks in advance to anyone who could help me recover my bike!

Giant Boulder SE

Location

Residence
4742 North Magnolia
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 22, 2010 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
19"
Color: 
Red/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was in very good condition with no real distinguishing features.

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 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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 Day
Incident Description: 
I returned home at 10pm on August 22nd and by the following afternoon the bike was missing.

Raleigh M50

Location

Winston's Cafe
Clark and Argyle
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, August 23, 2010 - 4:43pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
U41K71417
Size: 
18"
Color: 
Silver & Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. A few scratches and the chain needed oil.

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 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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
The incident was filmed by an adjacent business' security cameras, so I watched the footage and I know the lock was cut and the bike was taken in a matter of seconds. The employees at the business said they thought they recognized the man as a local junkie, so probably it is being traded for heroin or something.

Raleigh sportif

Location

1901 N Humboldt Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 19, 2010 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Mens
Color: 
Dark blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1980s-era ten speed with new upright handlebars, whitewall tires, platet bike eco aluminum rear rack.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
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?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Someone hopped the fence behind my apartment building, cut the cable, and took off with my bike, perhaps as early as the 19th or 20th, but probably on the night of the 22nd/23rd. If you see this bike or have any info, please get in touch with me!

Huffy Catalina 3 Speed w/ white basket

Location

Bucktown
Leavitt and Webster
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, August 23, 2010 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
Gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
3 speed gold Huffy Catalina Cruiser with fenders and big white bell basket on the front.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
24 hrs
Incident Description: 
My bike was parked in front of my apartment with two other (nicer) bikes. It was locked securely to the iron fence last night. This morning it was gone, with no sign of it and no lock. The other two bikes were left.

Motobecane Fantom Cross Uno

Location

Glenwood Avenue Arts Festival
North Glenwood Avenue and West Farwell Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 22, 2010 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
58 CM
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition. Toe Clips have yellow electrical tape on them. There is also a Schwinn Xenon Headlight and Taillight.

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 street sign.

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?: 
Less than one hour
Incident Description: 
My wife and I locked our bikes to a street sign on Sunday, August 22nd. We used a kryptonite cable lock through our front tires, the frames, and the pole. We came back to the bikes an hour later and the lock was cut straight through the cable, and her bike was still there. Only my bike was stolen. I flagged down a police officer who put a flash out on the radio, and I have heard nothing yet. I am in the process of filing a police report.

Nishiki Rally

Location

back yard
Wilson and Malden
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 18, 2010 - 3:52pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
G1085
Size: 
adult/woman
Color: 
blue and yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
rear right foldable basket. front light on handlebar. Water holder on handlebar. bright yellow tubing on 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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
not locked. in a locked back yard for a few days.
Incident Description: 
bike is gone from a locked back yard. even if someone hops the fence, there is no way to get back out without hopping the fence again. They left my unlocked lock on a table near where the bike usually is.

Miyata Touring Road Bike

Location

Outside the Long Room, Irving Park/Ashland
1810 Irving Park Road
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, August 16, 2010 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
large frame
Color: 
brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bicycle is in good condition, a little bit of a rattle on the downstroke. Solid brakes, and 6 mo. old tires, still lots of tread left. Bracket for headlamp, rear reflector removed. Waukegan Bicycle liscense from decades ago on upright just under saddle.

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?: 
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?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
At some point during the night, the perpetrators cut the lock and absconded with both mine and my wife's bicycles. They were chained to the fence on the parking lot next door to the long room bar.

Cannondale R500

Location

My house
1444 W Walton
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 21, 2010 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
60cm (I think)
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. The shifters have some scratches on the front from falling. There is a small dent in the middle of the upper cross beam. It has a San Marco seat and large silver pedals.

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?: 
It was a home invasion.
Incident Description: 
My house was broken into while I was sleeping. My TV, Xbox and bike were stolen.

Giant Sedona

Location

Roy's Furniture
2455 N Sheffield Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 22, 2010 - 8:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C95CT795
Size: 
Frame size 17, type M
Color: 
Black/Silver/Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good; 2005 Sedona model 351013 w/ kickstand. OnGuard U-Lock base still attached to bike along with black water bottle holder.

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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
My husband and I locked our bikes together around a large tree across the street from Roy's Furniture (facing the store) using an OnGuard braided steel cable and our two U-Locks. However, both U-Locks were only connected to my husband's rear and front tires, not mine (bad mistake). Foot and car traffic is heavy in this area and we only planned to be inside an hour at most. The steel cable was cut through twice. They attempted to remove the front tire of my husband's bike but the locks prevented it. I'll be filing a police report today. Many thanks for offering this service.

Bianchi Pista

Location

Francisco Brown Line stop
Manor 4600 block
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, August 20, 2010 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56
Color: 
Chrome, with stripes of different colors surrounding the log
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Short handle bars,2 different wheels, front has an armadillo tire back tire is a cheap wheel set

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?: 
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?: 
1 and 1/2 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked with 2 U locks to the front tire, body, and rack, as well as the back tire to the body and rack.

Raleigh Grand Prix Racing

Location

My home
714 North Throop Apt 3R
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 22, 2010 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54cm - 55cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Few flaws. "Grand Prix" sticker on side of cross bar had some scratches on it. Rims had stickers still attached that say "Deep-V" (The brand of Wheel). Single Speed bicycle, with no gears and only the front brake attached. No rear brake.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Bike was on the third story walk up, rear of apartment on the deck. Had to be accessed through a locked fence.
Incident Description: 
Individual(s) came through or over locked fence. Bike was locked to the metal window bars on the deck of my third story walk up. Combination Cable lock was cut and left on the scene. So far no witnesses.

Pake track frame(fixed gear)

Location

friends apt building
2342 N. Spaulding Ave. (Logan Square)
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 19, 2010 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
57 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition other than small rip near rear of blk/silver Fuji saddle and scratched paint on right side of rear rim (matte blk Deep-Vs), front tire has a thin white stripe, and black Pake frame has a white Apple computers logo sticker. It has a silver Sugino crank w/ a black Sugino Messenger chainring, Ritchie headset, and black cork-wrapped bullhorn bars.

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?: 
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?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5-6 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to a tree approx. 8-10 inches in diameter on N. Spaulding about 100 feet from Fullerton. It was locked there at about 7:30 pm and I saw it last at about 11:00 pm and when I came back out of my friends apartment at about 1:00 it was gone without any trace of my lock.

Trek 7000

Location

200 N LaSalle
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 19, 2010 - 5:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU061C0762E
Size: 
17.5
Color: 
Black/Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new bicycle that was stolen within 1 week of being purchased.

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?: 
1-3 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was stolen in front of my office at 200 N LaSalle(at the corner of Lake & LaSalle) sometime between 9am - 12pm. The bike was stolen on Thursday 8/19/2010 during work hours likely right in front of many people since it was in a crowded area. The bike was less than 1 week old.