Recent Reports

Swobo Novak

Location

home/condo building garage
2730 N Ashland Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 2, 2013 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
53cm
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Swobo Novak 3-speed SRAM internal hub bicycle. Modified with Ricthey mountain handlebars, cork grips, black Selle An-Atomica split leather Brooks-style saddle. Recent Vittoria Randonneur Hyper 700x32 tires, silver Planet Bike fenders.

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?: 
weeks
Incident Description: 
I left for vacation on Saturday 5/2, returned on 6/2 to find the bike stolen out of the supposedly secure garage.

2011 Trek 1.2 Road Bike

Location

Near N Milwaukee Ave and Evergreen Ave
1444 N Milwaukee
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 1, 2013 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
15" frame
Color: 
Mat Black with white and silver detailing
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Women's Imperial Brooks Saddle, 2 water bottle holders, Blue polar water bottle, Gator continental tire on back, original tire on front, saddle bag and small camera bag behind handle bars, bike permit sticker with "Bicycle #119" on frame near seat. There is some scratching on the frame where "Trek" is written. Gear-set/chain are worn down and in need of repair. This bike has extreme sentimental value to me as I rode it from New York city to San Francisco in the summer of 2011.

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?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen in broad daylight between 12-1pm, the bike was locked for less than an hour in this location.

2008 Masi Speciale Fixed

Location

Irving Park near Pulaski
4007 N Springfield
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 1, 2013 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
58 cm
Color: 
Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Straight riser bars, black surly fork, two black velocity deep v rims, shimano spd 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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Overnight

Philippe Cyclocross Haute Gramme

Location

1622 N. Orchard St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
56 cm
Color: 
white with purple and yellow accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This is a cyclocross bike. It has a curved seat tube. It has internal wiring for brakes and derailleurs. When it was stolen it did not have a front derailleur installed. It is an older bike (mid-'80s) and shows some scuffs. Other than that it is in fine condition. A pair of Rolf Vector wheels were also stolen and may be installed on the bike. It is a lugged frame made of Vitus tubing.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Several Weeks
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen from my secured garage. The thief(s) had cable cutters and cut the lock. They removed the wheels from this bike and stole Rolf Vector wheels from another bike that I had locked in the garage. I do not know how they got into the garage.

Specialized Hardrock Disk 29er - 2011

Location

Home
6226 N. Clark St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
29 inch frame
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Scratched up and dirt stained, particularly the lower part of the frame and the tires, with a good amount of use. Slightly rusted chain and break pads from spending a winter outdoors. Breaks make a loud screeching sound when applied after having picked up a little speed.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
15 days
Incident Description: 
The bike was left in the bike room of my apartment complex at 6226 N. Clark St. The bike was locked with a cable key lock through the frame and front wheel to another bike, which was not stolen.

Fuji Absolute 3 SM13

Location

Belmont Red Line
931 w belmont
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
pe345ic0805j
Size: 
21in
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new.Purchased 4/16/2013.I put a piece of white tape around the seat post to know where to keep my seat but it's most likely no longer there. I added a water bottle holder that isn't in the picture.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Older U-Lock w/ Round Key
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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
I'm pretty sure this jerk just picked the lock. Parked at the Belmont red line station while I went downtown. Came back and it was gone.I had a red U lock that was still there when I returned but no bike.

Commencal Absolut

Location

Lincoln Park Zoo
2200 N Stockton Drive
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Plumb - Dark Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a small seat and was splattered with mud when stolen. Culprit also cut and stole a black chain lock with a small, black - number coded pad lock. Bike has mismatched wheels. Bike has been owned for about two years.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked at the main (west - by the conservatory) entrance to the Lincoln Park Zoo. It was locked to the bike rack provided there just to the left of the gate. It was locked to another bike that was left there. The other bike is a bright blue mountain bike. The culprit cut the chain lock and took it and the bike during a 15 min period while the victim was in the zoo (zoo visit was cut short due to an on coming storm).

Schwinn Caliente

Location

Apartment Building
2129 N Dayton St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
24-27"
Color: 
Light Pink
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike has black grip tape on the handle bars, pink frame with purple lettering. The right brake does not work well and the back tire is slightly bent. Purchased at Working Bikes and has a silver WB sticker on the frame. Bike looks similar to the picture, just with solid black handle bars.

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 weeks
Incident Description: 
The bike was kept in the laundry/bike room of my apartment building. It had not been used for 2 weeks and could've been taken anytime between May 11-25.

Fuji Nevada 4.0

Location

Skokie Oakton Yellow Line Station
Oakton
Skokie , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 23, 2013 - 1:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
ICFJ11I06632
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Silver with Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition, front wheel has one original reflector and one light up reflector with two light settings. Rear wheel has only a light up reflector with two settings. Has a Schwinn water bottle holder on the angled frame bar that's silver. Seat has a memory foam detachable cushion with a slide lock clip that's tied once after the clip and wraps around the seat stem twice before finishing in a slip knot. Bike has Schwinn LED lights for the front and back of the bike with 3 settings to each light: constant, flashing, and strobe(cycle for the rear). The right side rear frame below the chain is scarred and stained with dirt and bike grease along it's superior edge. My bike rocks. I fucking miss it.

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?: 
for approximately 14 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked over night at the Skokie Oakton Yellow line station stop. was Locked to the bike rack second or third spot from the station entrance. Have locked it there for longer periods of time with no incident. Have made a police report, bike is registered, and have been checking ebay and craigslist as often as possible. Bike had to be taken during the stations off hours so anytime after 12am and before 5am.

2012 Trek Lexa

Location

200 South Wacker
200 S. Wacker
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 11:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
White with Aqua and Grey Letters
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
West Michigan Cycle Sticker

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 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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked on the south side of 200 South Wacker. Locked with a cable lock, and u-lock through front tire. Front tire left and cut lock left behind.

Torker 2011 U-District

Location

3257 W. Palmer St.
Palmer
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 3:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
ISBS11D10777
Size: 
50 or 52
Color: 
Dark Metallic Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is in good condition. On right handlebar, black zip ties are holding the support for my USB-chargeable bike light (luckily not on the bike at the time of the incident). There is a red and white Streeter registration sticker on the frame.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
At 1am I u-locked my bike to the No Parking sign in front of my house (through the frame and front tire) because my stupid landlord doesn't allow us to chain our bikes to the fence and I was too tired to haul it upstairs. It was pouring down rain. At 6:10am my roommate called from our front yard to say that the pole had been yanked out of the ground and the bike was gone. I looked out my north-facing window down onto the lawn and all fears were confirmed. The pole was lying on it's side near the street. The bike was long gone.

Trek 7300 FX

Location

E. side of Franklin across from Willis Tower
233 S. Franklin
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, May 24, 2013 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
TRT0/07 C83AS468
Size: 
25" ?
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. "Rails to Trails Conservancy" sticker on seat tube (faded & scratched); ergon grips on handlebars. Front wheel will not match since it was stolen without it. Village of Oak Park sticker # 59651

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?: 
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?: 
Between 1 and 8 hours, depending on when theft actually happened.
Incident Description: 
Locked to bike rack with U-lock, but in my haste I missed the frame and only the front wheel was locked to the rack. When I went to retrieve the bike at 4:30 the front wheel was still securely locked to the rack, but the rest of the bike was gone. Was reported to the police, but I don't have the report # on me. If updates are allowed, I will post that later.

Diamondback Kalamar

Location

Apartment
2647 W Haddon Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
791964324690 SGH08I004985 829033
Size: 
19"
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black, sheath-covered chain lock is wrapped around handlebars;

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was on back porch of locked property; only real way to access area is to get past locked gate on Haddon. Locked lock is still tied onto handlebars. (Not helpful there I know:( but could be very difficult for thief to remove now so it could be telling sign)

Giant Suede Womens

Location

Park Millenium building
222 N. Columbus Dr
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, May 24, 2013 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
C29C8416
Size: 
Regular
Color: 
Blue with white accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new condition. I had pinheads installed on the wheels and the seat that require a key to unlock. I had hitch on the handle bars that held my basket and a hit on the front and back of the bike for lights. I had a white cell phone case attached to the handle bars. The seat was big and outlined in white. The top of the seat was sea blue with sketched in flowers.

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8am to 5pm
Incident Description: 
I parked the bike there at 8:30am. A co-worker last spotted the bike at 1:30pm. My bike was gone by 5pm.

Fuji Classic 2012

Location

Home
2143 West Evergreen Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 27, 2013 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
KFM12H2W822
Size: 
52" Small
Color: 
Brown Frame, Blue Lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand stinking new. Perfect condition. Had 5 miles on it.

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?: 
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?: 
2-4 days
Incident Description: 
Basement door was padlocked. Padlock base was pried out of the door.

Schwinn Clear Creek Women's Hybrid 28"

Location

Harold Washington Library
400 S. State Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
28"
Color: 
Light beige/ dark tan leather seat and handles
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
BRAND NEW! This was purchased yesterday. It was only ridden ONCE (before it was stolen). It is in impeccable condition.

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?: 
45 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked on state street directly in front of Harold Washington Library. It was locked to another bike and also to the bike post. We were inside the library from 6:10-7:00. When we came outside, the hybrid bike was missing along with the lock. It was still light outside and a lot of street traffic. It was 'parked' in front of the main library doors on state street in the loop. Someone must've just seen it, cut the lock quickly, and then ridden off with it. It was under surveillance cameras so the offender must have appeared confident.

Trek FX 7.2

Location

Millennium Park
Columbus & Monroe St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 19, 2013 - 2:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
120
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2011 model, like new condition. Water bottle holder + under seat bag bracket.

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?: 
20 minutes
Incident Description: 
Locked bike up for 20 minutes in busy Millennium Park rack on SE corner at Columbus & Monroe.

Black and Green Americano

Location

537 W. Aldine
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 27, 2013 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
around 54''
Color: 
Black with Green Saddle and Green Tires
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Nearly new condition, bright green studded saddle (not a brooks) and green tires are a giveaway. Bullhorn handles and spoke cards reading "Riders of Rohan and Tribe of David"

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Bike was in the alleyway by my apt door. Locked behind the porch doors in a covered storage space with another bike. Parked it as I always do Sunday night and It was gone somewhere Monday night.

Critical Cycles Single Speed / Fixed Gear

Location

Apartment
1049 W Webster
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
57 cm
Color: 
Matte Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New / Rubber light attached to the handle bar / Kryptonite U-Lock attached to the frame (I'm assuming they'll cut it off, but just in case...)

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
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?: 
5-8 hours

Specialized Rockhopper 2008

Location

Fitness Formula Club
939 W. North Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 27, 2013 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
P7cA(u or y)0702
Size: 
Mens 19 Frame
Color: 
White with black/gold detail
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than 1 hour
Incident Description: 
Went into the FFC on North Ave at 3:15 & exited around 4:00 To find the bike missing & security guard in building Playing on phone & Starbucks security guard watching TV. Seriously?? No one saw anything on this busy Memorial Day. Figures. Other bikes on rack but of course mine was Most appealing.