Recent Reports

Kabuki Bridgestone, 1970's make!

Location

Presidential towers
555 w madison st
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 11, 2011 - 7:29pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
64cm frame
Color: 
Sea green/turquoise green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition some minor chips in color..on frame...the Color stands out from most bikes i would say...i took of the back basket if you will call it that!

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?: 
over night..From 10pm tuesday oct. 11 till 9am oct 12 when i noticed it missing!
Incident Description: 
IM SO UPSETTT! Please help me find my baby!! And if you stole it no hard feelings just please let me have it back!! You broke my lock oh well ill just get a better one...since that one is easy access which i wouldnt think you would even try stealing it in the first place!! arg...life sometimes! PLease let me know if you know anything. much love Pawel 8)

GT 2.0 Mountain Bike

Location

3021 N. Lincoln Ave.
Lincoln Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 9, 2011 - 11:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
56
Color: 
White/Black/Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The platform for the right pedal is broken and the bar end caps were missing. The computer was removed when the bike was chained up but there should be wireing and a mount for one.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
I locked up my bike to go inside to get something to eat and change clothes. I made sure to remove the computer mounted to the bike and locked the bike up. When I came back out my bike was gone.

KHS Vitamin C

Location

Loyola University Water Tower Campus
E Pearson St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 11, 2011 - 11:52am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
V11J00146
Size: 
med/lrg frame fit for a 6ft tall individual
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
brand new/orange and white detailing/shimano components/KHS on frame/dusty because i ride up lakeshore path a lot.

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?: 
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?: 
about 5 hours
Incident Description: 
all i can gather is that someone cut my cable and took my bike. neither the bike nor the lock were at the scene.

Raleigh Venture

Location

Ruth Page Center for Dance
1016 N Dearborn St.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, October 7, 2011 - 5:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U61K26306
Size: 
LG/ 20.0
Color: 
black and white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
A women's bike. The seat has a little tear in it at the back. There is a grey water bottle cage on it. The grip tape is black and starting to separate in places.

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?: 
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 hours
Incident Description: 
I went to take a dance class and I thought I should take my bike into the building, but there were 3 other bikes locked up outside. I thought it was an open building right in front of the door and that I wouldn't be gone long. Two hours later my bike was gone. Nothing left to show for it.

TREK - NAV 200 - Ladies 26"

Location

1800 block of North Fremont Street in Lincoln Park
Fremont St.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 9, 2011 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
SWTU177132MS
Size: 
Small frame size; Medium frame type
Color: 
BLUE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
EXCELLENT CONDITION - blue plastic basket holder clip on handle bars (but no basket)

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike in secure back yard with locked side gate and high fences on both sides of yard which made entry difficult and bike not visible from front of house or side of house. Bike visible from one house where workers observed in back yard during the day. Bike missing by next morning.

Mongoose

Location

Dominick's on Chicago Ave
2021 W Chicago Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, October 10, 2011 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Women's
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, dual shocks on either side of front wheel.

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?: 
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 20 minutes
Incident Description: 
Locked bike to rack outside Dominicks on Chicago Ave in the Ukranian Village and went inside to buy a few groceries. Left between 10 and 20 minutes later, and both the bicycle and lock were gone.

KHS Brentwood

Location

Atrium Village Apartments, East Parking Lot
216 W Hill Street
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, October 7, 2011 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
V10Y00 333
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Had a burning man chicago sticker on frame (Chicago Flag with stick-figures instead of stars), and a Kyptonite new york mini u-lock, black and yellow, attached to the frame. Serial number for lock is PP9164.

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?: 
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?: 
Overnight.
Incident Description: 
Bike was cable-locked into the bed of a pickup truck parked in a residential lot. Cable was cut.

Mongoose

Location

Outside apartment building
1140 N La Salle St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, October 7, 2011 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Silver with Red and Black writing
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Condition of bicycle - excellent Distinguishing features - may be missing seat (as I took it off)

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

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?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Bike locked to lamp post outside of apartment building. Went missing overnight.

Mercier Kilo TT

Location

Home
1461 N. Wood
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 8, 2011 - 2:36am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
60cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In mint condition, replaced pedals with Shimano PD-M324 Clipless/Clip 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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Garage door was triggered open, by accident or by burglar is unknown... Garage door was closed when girlfriend went to ride to work and found bikes gone.

Trek 7.3 FX

Location

Home
1461 N. Wood
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 8, 2011 - 2:32am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
25inch
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2008 7.3 FX - Grey plastic fenders, Village Cycle Sticker, frame is scratched up, one pedal is loose.

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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Was parked in garage. Not sure if the garage door was accidentally triggered ? but all bikes were missing this morning and garage door was closed.

GT Transeo 3.0

Location

Bike rack next to Cosi at 200 W. Monroe between Freshi and Cosi
200 W. Monroe
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 5, 2011 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
F110601448
Size: 
Medium Men's
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was brand new with rear rack. Accessories were removed, but front and rear lights as well as bike computer attachments ould be on the bike. Blue basket was tied to rear rack.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
~ 4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was parked in area between Cosi restaurant and Freshi (200 W. Monroe) at 8AM. Bike and lock were gone by noon. This area is well viewed by the Freshi restaurant and Equinox health club. Additonally a lot of smokers hang out by the bike racks. Thief had some guts stealing mid day in front of on-lookers.

Jamis Coda Sport

Location

Secured Parking Area of Building
4709 N. Kenmore
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 21, 2011 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
U116U33138
Size: 
19
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, white bottle holder, rear rack.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
I didn't know there were workers on the building roof. Bike went missing between the time I returned from work and the time I went to leave for yoga practice.

Specialized crossroads sport 8211-6703

Location

Coach house
3320 N Kenmore ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 2, 2011 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC6060221790F
Size: 
Womens Medium
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Purple bike. Tan handle bars and seat. Some rust on gears. Lock should still be attached to frame.

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 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?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked with a U lock to the staircase of my house. I live in a coach house and the thief must have entered my gate to access the bike. A crowbar must have been used to remove 2 of the wooden posts on the stairs to detach the bike. 3 other bikes were also attached to the staircase but only mine was stolen. The lock was missing with the bike and should still be attached to the center of the bike. 3 apartment complexes face my building, but no one saw anything so it must have been late at night.

GT Aggressor 1.0

Location

CDW
120 S Riverside Plaza
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, October 3, 2011 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
A001707682
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition, Shimano pedals, Shimano, Deore, Performance City tires

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?: 
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?: 
From 10am-4pm
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike up at approx 6:50am yesterday 10/3/2011 I came out to check on the bike approximately10am. Bike was still there. I came out at the end of my shift at4pm. Approximately 4:10 is when I noticed the bike missing. I went to the front desk at 120 S Riverside to report the bike missing. I spoke with Regina Weaver with Security. She showed me differnt camera angles of various bike racks. I was told to tell her which camer angle was pointing at the bike rack. I identified one as it was a clear view of the bike rack in which my bike was stolen. She proceeded to file a report and when I asked her if I should file a police report, she said there's no need because a police report will be filed today when security reviews the camera tape. She said to call the Assistant Director of Security, Sharnell Hawkins tomorrow morning (10/4/2011) around 10am. Today 10/4/2011, I received a call from Manny Fuentes, asking me where the bike was located. When I offered to come down to show exactly which bike rack and where it was located, he declined and said a description was enough. He assured me that he would contact me after reviewing the tape. I was confidant he would see the theif because I was told that the camera is on the spot running 24/7. Towards the end of my shift, at 3:45pm, I found it odd that Manny had not called me yet with a status update of his findings. SO I called him and was surprised when he said the tape did not find anything. And when I asked for a copy of the police report, he said I have to do that. Which was conflicting with what Regina told me. So at 6pm today,when I got home, I spoke with Officer Eric Medley and filed a police report. That police report # is HT527472. I also registered the bike at CAPS Clear Path Bike Registration, Stolen Bike Registry, and GT bikes. Regina told me that there were 3 other bikes stolen off the property within the past summer. I would appreciate a call back to discuss how I can help with the investigation as I am shocked that my bike was stolen. I even registered last week to get freight access so I can store my bike indoors, however, was told that there was not a bike room.

crosslake sales

Location

wilson skate park
wilson
Chicago , IL
United States
Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 5, 2011 - 2:42pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
58
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
I just got my bike stolen , second one this year. Stole from wilson skate park. black 58cm frame red grips (double wrapped) red animal pedals red hold fast straps 2 waterbottle holders 2 red clip lights right now it has a dvs sticker on the top tube and a boardroom knoxville TN sticker on the head tube http://i.imgur.com/XYHjrh.jpg http://i.imgur.com/PHbNkh.jpg http://i.imgur.com/W2ezwh.jpg older shots before pedals http://i.imgur.com/CLeZ4h.jpg http://i.imgur.com/gQVqHh.jpg

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?: 
not locked
Incident Description: 
i was skating at the park when someone stole my bike I just got my bike stolen , second one this year. Stole from wilson skate park. black 58cm frame red grips (double wrapped) red animal pedals red hold fast straps 2 waterbottle holders 2 red clip lights right now it has a dvs sticker on the top tube and a boardroom knoxville TN sticker on the head tube http://i.imgur.com/XYHjrh.jpg http://i.imgur.com/PHbNkh.jpg http://i.imgur.com/W2ezwh.jpg older shots before pedals http://i.imgur.com/CLeZ4h.jpg http://i.imgur.com/gQVqHh.jpg

Raleigh Revenio 1.0

Location

Caribou Coffee
3300 North Broadway Street
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 5, 2011 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U08K10879
Size: 
Medium/ Large
Color: 
Grey With some blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is in gently used condition, only 3 months old. Has an after market seat that is clearly well worn. Also there is a white mark on the left side of the top frame tube.

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 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?: 
3 Hours
Incident Description: 
I was inside Caribou Coffee from around 11am until 2pm. When I went out to get my bike I found that the cable combination lock was cut and the bike was gone. This happened on Broadway and Melrose on a busy street! Please contact me with any information.

Mountain

Location

Belvidere Mall
Belvidere
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 4, 2011 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
60 cm
Color: 
forest green(dark green) with some gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
good condition, unique frame, triangle area near the front wheel and handlebar.

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 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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
was at work and when i got back to the temp agency it was missing

2001 Insense Tracer

Location

Home
3001 W. Leland
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, October 3, 2011 - 9:52am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
says "chris Coats" on BB shell
Size: 
L
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White instense Tracer, white fox fork white discs and white hayes disc brakes. Race face crank and bars, DT swiss wheelset, blk/wht seatpost and stem. White lock on grips

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
Came home found lock to storage cut, lock to storage locker cut and chain cut. They took their time.

Sekai World Champion

Location

Logan Square Detached Garage
2727 N. Avers
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 4, 2011 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
57cm
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
used; but new fenders and rack.

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?: 
over night
Incident Description: 
Burglars broke into detached garage, probably by unhitching the garage door track. Took bike and helmet. It had mountain bike pedal clips on it.

Cannondale Quick 5

Location

Home
S. University Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, October 3, 2011 - 9:24am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
QMG61187
Size: 
XLarge
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New bike that was just purchased about 2-3 months ago. It has a water bottle holder compartment

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?: 
A couple hours
Incident Description: 
I was coming home for a quick lunch and brought my bicycle inside the gate of condo but left it right outside the front door unlocked. We have high gates and I was only going to be a short while, so I left it unlocked (my fault). By the time I finished, it was stolen. I have a strong suspicion someone from the neighboring condo jumped the fence and stole the bike.