Recent Reports

Retrospec Beaumont

Location

3073 N AVERS AVE
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, November 1, 2020 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
54CM
Color: 
Matte Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, matte black frame, front and rear fenders, rear carrier, kickstand, white tires, brown seat and grips, a bell on handlebars, Retrospec logo printed in white on frame. Unlike other Beaumont bikes by Retrospec I had removed the chain guard.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
I had both of my bikes in my basement unlocked. One of my bikes is older and was safely kept in the basement for two years. Sometime after Halloween 2020 (the last time i rode it and can guarantee it's safety in the basement), the new Retrospec bike was stolen along with a cream red and blue striped Thousand helmet. Bright green U-lock and cable were attached to the frame. My other bike was left.

RED HARO VECTOR

Location

the guild
50 E 16th St, Chicago, IL 60616
chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, November 15, 2020 - 7:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
18-19"
Color: 
RED
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black and Red HARO vector

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?: 
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?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from the 50 E 16th St, Chicago, IL 60616 on Sunday at 7:45AM from the 2nd floor of parking garage

Raleigh Redeux

Location

1947 W Winnemac #2
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, November 17, 2020 - 10:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
ET180409057
Size: 
26”
Color: 
Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In new condition, just purchased this year.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

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?: 
3 weeks

Cannondale Trail 3

Location

My home
915 Dempster Street
Evanston , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Wednesday, November 4, 2020 - 12:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
27.5
Color: 
Clay Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has rack, and many attachments on front such as a coffe holder, light holder, bell, phone holder.

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 wooden pole, railing, 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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Sometime between Tuesday and Wednesday night .

2016 RALEIGH Alysa 1 Blue XS/13"

Location

Sacramento and Milwakee
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Thursday, October 8, 2020 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
U166k08304
Size: 
XS
Color: 
Light Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Gently used light blue Alysa 1 hybrid women's bike with orange and gray stripes. Distinguishing features include "On the Route" stickers on the crossbar and one indented pedal.

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?: 
several months
Incident Description: 
In early to mid-October, the storage unit in my apartment was burglarized. The theft stole several items, among them were 3 racing bikes and the Alysa 1 listed here.

Schwinn Cruiser

Location

Innovative Covid Testing Center
1111 W Diversey
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Friday, November 13, 2020 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black Schwinn Cruiser with after market fenders, registration sticker for 1550 N. Lake Shore Drive and 2 stickers that read Burn Fat Not Oil

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 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?: 
less than one hour
Incident Description: 
I went to the hair salon accross the street. Bike was locked along with helmet to a tree. The bike was infront of a busy Covid testing center. By the time I came out at 2PM, the bike was gone along with the helmet and lock.

Specialized Roubaix ! Sport 2020

Location

In front of Block 37
W Randolph
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Thursday, November 12, 2020 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC004314235R
Size: 
52
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Carbon fiber frame, disk brake, almost new condition (purchased in Aug. 2020)

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 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?: 
3 hours

Fyxation Eastside

Location

2107 North Kimball Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 20, 2020 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
49
Color: 
Matte Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
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?: 
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?: 
two weeks
Incident Description: 
Dude caught on camera after breaking the porch stake carrying the bike downstairs and fell on his ass.

Bianchi Volpe

Location

Randolph and Wacker
155 N Wacker Drive
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Wednesday, November 11, 2020 - 3:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Light blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, light blue with white writing, white rack, and cup holder shaped like a bird. Black seat and 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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2.5 hours
Incident Description: 
I was at work from 2 pm - 4:30 pm. I made sure my bike was locked. Have parked it there for several years

JAMIS Beatnik

Location

Lakeview
Oakdale Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 27, 2020 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
G170901897
Size: 
48
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, slightly rusty gears as it was stored outdoors. Only a few years old. Bell on the right handlebar and U-lock holder was on the bottom pole.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
I started locking it up outside my building in May 2020.
Incident Description: 
Bike was intact, locked to my metal front fence/gate along with a handful of other bikes, at 10:00pm the night of 10/26. At 8:00am the morning of 10/27, the bike and U-lock and cable locking up the wheels were all gone. The bike was locked via the frame to the fence, and there was no damage to fence nor evidence of how they could've gotten through the U-lock.

2016 Giant Escape City

Location

2910 North Albany Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, November 10, 2020 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C5BJ5701
Size: 
L 59cm
Color: 
Tan/Champagne
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
good condition. Some rust on spokes. Brand New chain and brake pads. Some wear on top tube near seat post from locking.

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?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from locked basement storage unit.

Diamondback Overdive 29

Location

3217 W Cullom
3217 W Cullom
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, November 10, 2020 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
large
Color: 
black and white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
newish. big tires, mostly black with some white and a little yellow trim. blue trim on the tires. front shocks only.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
for the past week
Incident Description: 
The door to the basement storage room was left open and when I looked inside the bike was gone.

Specialized Sirrus SL

Location

Apartment
519 W Melrose St
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, November 10, 2020 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC920211231N
Size: 
Women's Small
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new, matte black with purple accents on the inside of the frame.

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?: 
12 weeks
Incident Description: 
THe bike was on the rack inside the garage of my apartment building and I noticed today that it was gone.

Trek Verve 2 Disc XL

Location

Apartment
634 W Oakdale Ave Apt 2
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Thursday, November 5, 2020 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU169C4322P
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new, sharp matte-blue trek bike. Hard to emphasize how blue and big this bike really is. Also had a U-Lock attached to the main frame.

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 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?: 
24 Hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to back porch for the first two weeks we moved into the apartment. Neighbors above us had a bike stolen night before that was not locked. The next night when I came outside, I saw the bike lock had been cut and bike was missing.

2006 Lemond Croix de Fer

Location

Broadway
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, November 7, 2020 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition. Womens bike. Has clipless pedals, cateye bike computer, and two stryke water bottle cages from Performance.

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?: 
2 years
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from personal storage room in my condo building. Person pried open exterior door and then the door to my storage room to steal the bike, Thule bike rack, and air pump.

Fyxation Pixel Single-Speed

Location

Logan Square
Hamlin Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, November 8, 2020 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Sandstone
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It’s a fairly new bike, purchased new in September so it’s in pretty good condition. The factory stickers on the down tube section of the frame are still on and at the time it was stolen, the Kryptonite U-Lock was mounted on the seat tube section of the frame. There aren’t any obvious distinguishing features other than those because it is so new. The color of the bike is called sandstone, which is best described as a light tan or beige.

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?: 
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?: 
The bike was stolen along with other bikes from other residents’ bikes from the basement of the Condominium.
Incident Description: 
The bike was leaning against a storage unit in the basement of a six unit condominium. There were two other bikes stolen with my Fyxation Pixel. We live in Logan Square and have heard of other robberies in the neighborhood extremely similar to ours. We have a security camera that captured the incident and have a clear image of their faces. We’re unclear as to how they (one male and one female) got access to the basement of the building, we think they picked the lock somehow.

Giant Roam 2 Disc

Location

Gigio Pizza
1001 Davis St
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, November 7, 2020 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
29 inch wheel, large
Color: 
Gray with red accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Mostly like new, left pedal is missing one of the two inner prongs, gears and brake discs are kind of rusty, there's a removable water bottle holder in the middle of the frame, a phone mount on the top handlebars in the middle, and two little rubber LEDs one mounted to the front handlebars and one under the rear 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?: 
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?: 
20 minutes
Incident Description: 
There was an unlocked bike located exactly where my bike had previously been minutes before, so I'd assume someone biked by, saw the bike and stole it, then left the bike that they arrived on?

giant road e + 1 pro

Location

Logan square
Troy
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, November 2, 2020 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
GA3EA23474
Size: 
Xl
Color: 
Blue with giant in white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
E bike blue xl battery range extender

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?: 
Was locked in garage over night
Incident Description: 
Locked bike in garage Saturday went to work Tuesday garage door was open bike was gone

Jamis Renegade

Location

Bucktown
Paulina Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, November 6, 2020 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
There is a Bernie Sticker on it, as well as a topographic pattern on the frame. The items on the bike include: front white light, rear red light, a phone holder and a pouch for repairs on 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 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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 Days
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike on Nov 3rd and went back out to it on Nov 6. Just learned from my roommates that it was there earlier on Nov 6. Must have been around 4pm.

Jamis Citizen 1 (5/2) 2018

Location

5126 N Wolcott Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, November 5, 2020 - 3:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C71903695
Color: 
Dakota Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Less than year old. Perfect condition. Might have a black lock attached to the body

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Since May 2020
Incident Description: 
Bike was in an enclosed garage since May. Discovered missing on date and time stated above