Recent Reports

Schwinn Sprint

Location

Lincoln Park
Wrightwood
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 8, 2013 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
24"
Color: 
Light Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Tie-dye duct taped seat (half worn), padding removed from handlebars (all metal), concrete splatter from recent paving, bell on handlebars

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?: 
3 months

2012 Crossroads Sport

Date of Theft

Monday, April 8, 2013 - 8:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC606007772F
Size: 
small
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
new, very good shape, little bit of tearing on rubber on handles, light on front and back, collapsible baskets on back sides,

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 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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
bike was locked in front of Clark and Deming with a cable and krypto lock. someone sawed through the fence and took bike and lock with them

Raleigh Venthre 4.0

Location

Home
1415 W Cornelia
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, April 6, 2013 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
red/orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
A little rust on the handle bar, Overall good condition

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed at the scene.
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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was u locked through the wheel to my back porch.

VILANO EDGE

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 4, 2013 - 1:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
50cm
Color: 
FRAME: TAN/CREAM, RIMS: ORANGE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bicycle condition: NEW Frame: (TAN/CREAM) Crankset: Tec9 Forged Alloy w/ 46T Chainring (WHITE) Hubs: Hi-Flange Flip Flop Rims: 43mm Deep-V Double walled w/ CNC mahcined Sides - (ORANGE) Tires: 700c x 25c (Black) Brakes: Promax Front & Rear - Silver Handlebar: Bullhorn (WHITE TAPE) Seatpost: Alloy - Silver Stem: Alloy - White

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
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?: 
8-10 hours
Incident Description: 
Bicycle was locked up to metal railing that follows the front steps of the apartment, the metal railing and bars were cut/sawed through, maybe saw/cut marks on the frame. At this time, I strongly believe my U-lock and chain were locked through the frame as well and could not be taken off easily.

Gary Fisher Simple City 3

Location

Miskas Bar
Belmont & Leavitt
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, April 6, 2013 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
18.5
Color: 
Turquoise with cream colored fenders
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Turquoise colored with tan handlebars and seat. Fenders are cream colored. Bike had large silver baket approximately 15x17 inches (holdes 15 lb dog) attached to the front as well as a copper color cup holder.

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?: 
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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked my bike up last night around 10pm. It was in a well lit area, I have previously locked my bike in this same spot for weeks at a time. When I woke up this morning to ride it to work it was gone. The lock was cut and laying on the ground.

Cannondale CAAD X 105

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 4, 2013 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
RM16732
Size: 
54 cm
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new condition, less than 100 miles on the bike.

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 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?: 
90 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was u-bolted to the bike rack outside the St. Joseph hospital in East Lakeview

Vintage Trek road bike

Location

residence
2659 west iowa
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 3, 2013 - 1:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
unknown
Size: 
not sure
Color: 
teal (blueish green)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Old school Trek road bike with white handlebar tape. It has a black seat cushion cover. It also has a Team in Training tag hanging from the back of the 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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was in my garage but not locked. Garage door was accidently left open overnight. Noticed bike was missing in the morning. The photo attached is not the greatest but its the only one I have.

Giant Cypress Women's

Location

Corner of Kinzie and Clark
356 North Clark Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, April 2, 2013 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C42DG450
Size: 
Women's Extra Small
Color: 
Blue with white accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was a 2012, so newer model and in good condition. Had a small gold bell on the left handle bar and lights on the front and also under the seat. Kickstand on the left side of bike. Water bottle cage attached using a zip tie. Most distinguishing factor would be the scratches on the headset and cross bar of the bike from where my lock rubbed when not in use as there was no lock holster. Very worn out and scratched in this area. Rear derailer was replaced earlier this winter - not the original Giant part. As a result, rear dropout was slightly bent/had some wear.

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 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?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to bike rack on the southwest corner of Clark & Kinzie - on the Kinzie side in front of the ATT & Store. Was left, locked at 9:30 am and when I returned at 12:00 pm, bike was gone. Well lit-high traffic area.

Trek 3700 Mountain Bike (2007 or 2008)

Location

405 N. Wabash
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, April 2, 2013 - 9:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
21" I think
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
back tire has some replacement spokes

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 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?: 
Thick 5' Kryptonite cable with MasterLock key padlock
Incident Description: 
Locked up my bike and bike helmet at 9am outside of 405 N. Wabash on the street, came back at 10am and everything was gone. No eyewitnesses were around.

2008 Schwinn Madison

Location

Apartment - Ukranian Village Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, March 31, 2013 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
L
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The frame is the only original item from the Schwinn Madison, and it is powder coated matte black. Everything else was chosen and put on the bicycle by myself. The frame does have several dents in it, and also a square piece of metal welded to the underside of the bottom bracket. NO OTHER bike will have this weld there. It was a fix after having to drill a hole to remove a stuck seatpost. Currently has RED tires (Michelin Pro4), NO fenders, and NO water bottle holder.

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?: 
Overnight inside apartment
Incident Description: 
Someone broke into my house and stole many items including two bikes.

2010 Gary Fischer Simple City 3

Location

Garage, next to the (closed) 13th district police department
Wood St. / Augusta
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, March 31, 2013 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Womens Bike
Color: 
Tiffany Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost Mint Condition. Sticker from purchase from Village Cycle Center in Old Town in Chicago.

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?: 
1-year
Incident Description: 
Bike was inside my closed garage, next to the Wood St. police station (now closed), corner of Augusta/Wood. Left for Easter with the family at 11:30am, returned at 7:30pm. Garage door still closed as when I left, but the bike was gone.

Trek FX Women's hybrid

Location

Parking Garage on Wabash betw Grand & Ohio next to PF Chang
Wabash
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, March 29, 2013 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
15"
Color: 
Gray/Pewter metallic finish
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new - only 150 miles on the bike. 15" women's hybrid bike with a basically horizontal crossbar (atypical for women's bikes). Chrome water bottle holder mounted on frame. Black cable lock wrapped around seat post. Mount for mini-computer on handlebars (but no computer, we locked that up inside). Set for a rider with a height of 5'1".

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2.5 hours
Incident Description: 
Parked in garage next to PF Chang at Wabash/Grand on level 9 at 5:15 pm. Went to dinner, shopping at Nordstrom, returned to vehicle at 7:45 pm to find one of the two bicycles mounted on the trunk of my car missing. Ruined our fun evening in Chicago. Bikes were secured to trunk mount with thin cable lock which was cut. Surprised both bikes were not taken.

1988 Peugeot Canyon Express

Location

Health Care Service Corp.
300 E Randolph
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, March 29, 2013 - 9:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
A8B03269
Size: 
22"
Color: 
blue / white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
25 years old. Good condition. Knobby tires. Gel saddle. Blue with white trim and water bottle cages. Handgrips cut to make room for twist shifters.

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?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked bike at work as usual. Security said they probably cut the cable. Will get security camera footage soon.

Voodoo Hoodoo

Location

1116 Michigan Ave.
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, March 29, 2013 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26 inches (I think)
Color: 
yellow with red trim
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in excellent shape. It has knobby tires. There's a non-functional computer attached to it. Red water bottle cage.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked up in my garage. The bike and lock were taken when someone broke into my garage.

GENISIS (V2100)

Location

Apartment
534 West Wellington Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, March 27, 2013 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26in
Color: 
Black and White (red hinge)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition/ The right pedal has a crack (only shown on one side of pedal) / Nice squishy seat two clear gel pads for your butt (kinda weathered)

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
I always keep it locked there ( past month )
Incident Description: 
I always keep my bike locked up here. I came outside and noticed it was no longer there. The fence that it was attached to was not touched. There is no broken lock parts or bike parts everything is gone. It was a Bulldog Onguard U-lock. It happened sometime between March 26 thru March 28. Also there were two other bikes along with mine on that fence. I don't see them around anywhere either.

KHS Flite 100

Location

W Superior St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, March 26, 2013 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
53
Color: 
Flat Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black bike with Campagnolo in white on down tube. Custom spoked black Alexis rims with rear coaster brake hub. Black carbon handlebar tape. Campagnolo Chorus 53T crank. Black Fizik seat.

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 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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days

PUMA NEWS BIKE

Location

home
1064 N Hermitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, March 23, 2013 - 3:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
WPMLG023718
Size: 
very large with big tires that have black fenders on them
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New......Puma Cruiser News Bike. A couple scratches here and there from the lock. Scratches on top frame. I had a copper bell on the right handlebars. It clicked when peddling with moderate force. OH! I took the seat off. so they have no seat!

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked with no seat from the frame to a black iron gate. The gate was cut and the bike was gone along with the lock.

2009 Trek 8500 w/ disc brakes

Location

Home
1513 n. Maplewood
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, March 16, 2013 - 1:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU233G0392D
Size: 
17.5 medium
Color: 
White/black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike has a ding on the down tube from a door, has a trip computer on it..

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?: 
Bike was in my basement, I've stored it down there for years when not in use.
Incident Description: 
Bike was in the basement not sure how they got in.

P.1 ALL MOUNTAIN RIM

Location

Home
2668 N Halsted ST
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, March 18, 2013 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
E8CHE0521
Size: 
19
Color: 
Satin Grey/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very little wear and tear. Was stolen with OnGuard U-Lock around frame. Has a multi-mode red LED light on rear, no reflector on front.

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?: 
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?: 
4 months
Incident Description: 
I live in a residential building with 16 units sharing a heated garage space that only the parking residents have access to. The door is on a timer and closes after each vehicle. Another neighbor also reported their bike being stolen after only living there one month. An Indian restaurant beside my building was also burglarized on the same day.

Surly Cross Check

Location

Hubbard + Ogdon
1300 w hubbard
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, March 19, 2013 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Passafire band sticker on front carbon fork. black leather brooks saddle. black tape. Drifter thick tires. two bottle holders one plastic one metal. Rear cassette is a Sram.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
under a day, stolen while at work
Incident Description: 
Window smashed and bike was stole out of my apartment.