Recent Reports

Trek DualSport 2

Location

Across from Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
355 E Erie St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, November 2, 2021 - 5:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Female medium
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is 3yo and has attached front and rear splash guards (homemade and slightly bent) and back rack to attach paneer. There was a rear circular bike light at the time of theft. Front tire has an led light display. May have scratches on frame from theft.

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 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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8:45a until theft, found missing at 5:40p
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to pole across from Shirley Ryan AbilityLab routinely used during working hours with u lock around frame and cable through front wheel. Left outside at 8:45a and returned at 5:40p and my cut open U lock and cable were all that was left.

Schwinn

Location

1256 W westgate terrace
West Westgate Terrace
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, November 7, 2021 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
unknown
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
Black with a blue is tint
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
A bit dirty with a lock on the handle

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other U-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
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen most likely in the middle of the night. I left it out because I thought the neighborhood was safe due to it seclusion

Don’t remember

Location

1256
West Westgate Terrace
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 31, 2021 - 12:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
Black with kind of a dark blue tint
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
A bit dirty may have bike lock on the handle

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 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?: 
Was not locked but behind a gate
Incident Description: 
I didn’t even know it was gone. I thought this neighborhood was safe given all the families that live here and the gate and general secluded ness

Specialized Dolce

Location

Condo
2112 W Rice St. Unit 3
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 30, 2021 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
48
Color: 
Aqua and Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New. Not a lot of scratches. Had a Sigma Cyclo-Computer on the handlebar. Had a Giant bag under the seat. Black water bottle holder on 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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
Bike was in a locked storage room, inside of a locked garage. Both garage and storage unit were broken into and the bike, helmet, locks were all removed.

Specialized Allez Satin Black/Cast Battleship 54

Location

Condo
2112 W Rice St. Unit 3
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, October 30, 2021 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC606028251N
Size: 
54
Color: 
Satin Black/Cast Battleship
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
All black, matte coloring. Brand new. Had a bag on it near the handles and a water bottle holder. Should have had a lock on it too.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
I found my previously locked storage unit inside my locked garage was compromised by crowbar and the bike inside was removed along with another Specialized bike. Bikes had U-locks and chain locks on them, of which all were removed.

Harper Fixie Bike- Single speed

Location

Lions Court Apartments
Windsor Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 27, 2021 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
53cm
Color: 
Olive green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fairly new bike. It’s an olive green bike with brown handles. Has the logo “Retrospec” in white letters. The seat is also brown matching the handles. The tires are thin with a silver lining

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?: 
Less than a day
Incident Description: 
The bike was last used and locked up in the same place it’s always locked in front of the apartment building I live in. I don’t know how the bike was taken. It was locked with a ulock to the fence. Both the lock and bike are missing

Specialized Allez Sport

Location

Houndstooth Saloon
Roscoe
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 27, 2021 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Lime Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fair condition. A few scuff marks and dings where the aluminum is showing beneath the paint. The handlebars are black and the tape is a little loose. It has a brand new cassette and chain. The front and back tires are different brands. One of the tires has a blue stripe around it.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No 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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
20 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was hooked up to a fence outside my apartment. I believe someone came in the fence, unhooked my bike, and took it.

Gazelle Cabby Cargo Bike

Location

4620 N Springfield Ave #2
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Friday, October 15, 2021 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Color: 
Silver and gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Large Cargo/Family Bike. It's a box bix with a large basket on the front ( see pictures)

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?: 
under bike cover
Incident Description: 
bike was stolen from our back yard. Gate was not locked but it was closed.

Raleigh Tripper

Location

4342 N Mozart St
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 26, 2021 - 6:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U152u15341
Size: 
58
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Stickers. Satan decail. Single speed. Disk breaks

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
One day, I leave it there nightly
Incident Description: 
Was in a locked, enclosed area of the building

Schwinn Caliente

Location

Alley Garage
1340 W. Walton
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 25, 2021 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
27" tires
Color: 
Black frame with White Grip and White Seat
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Decent condition. Older model Schwinn Caliente. All black frame, white grip on Drop Bars, and white seat. Kryptonite U-lock mounted on the top frame. Front & Back Bell Sports Radian LED 850 light set.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Neighbor left garage door open for a 3 day period. Bike was not locked, since it was inside garage.
Incident Description: 
Garage door in alley was left open by neighbor sometime between 10/17-25. Neighbor is refusing to give more detail since they are liable. I was out of town, but when I returned on 10/26 bike was gone. Was not locked up, since it was inside the garage.

Trek Dual Sport 2

Location

1911 N HALSTED ST
CHICAGO , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 21, 2021 - 3:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU244C5683N
Size: 
X Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Relatively new, phone mount red and bike lock mount under 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?: 
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?: 
3-4 Days
Incident Description: 
Caught images on Ring camera, lock was picked while inside my gate at 3:20 am, only took the. 2 minutes to pick lock...

Bianchi reparto corse

Location

House
410 Callan Avenue
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 25, 2021 - 9:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Wbk523364p
Size: 
55cm
Color: 
Black with light green strip
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New or 1 yr

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?: 
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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
410 Callan Ave
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to itself at my residence in my garage

Raleigh Mojave 4.0

Location

Avenir
730 N Milwaukee ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 25, 2021 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
P1013-X
Size: 
18"
Color: 
Orange mostly, with some silver finish
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It had only rear fender. Identical 26" thin reflective tires. Disc brakes. Bike computer. Vertical bottle holder on handle bars. U-lock attached to seatpost.

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 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?: 
36 hours
Incident Description: 
Parked the bike to usual securely held garage. Found it missing in 36 hours.

Trek Fitness Bike FX 7.2 FX Women’s #72F184085213

Location

Marina City
300 N State St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 23, 2021 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU239C7013G
Size: 
19 inch
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used but in good condition. Black and white seat with solid black handles. Black kickstand with a bit of white paint on the bottom. Red color on the pedals.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from East Tower of 300 N State St on 20th floor secured storage room. Lock was cut and put in baby bike seat two bikes over.

Trek FX1 XXL neon yellow

Location

East bank club
500 N kingsbury st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 23, 2021 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU249C1040R
Size: 
XXL
Color: 
Volt
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition clip in 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 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: 
Left locked over night Friday night and was cut open outside of East Bank Club

Trek 7500

Location

6223 N Lakewood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 24, 2021 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU222C0085F
Size: 
22.5”
Color: 
Black/Onyx
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is is good shape, minor scratches near gear shifts, and cracks on comfort seat. Front and rear lights. Black panier frame. Water bottle cage and Abus folding lock

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken from unlocked garage side door,.

Raleigh Grand Sport

Location

Apartment Building
2307 W Wilson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 24, 2021 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
4025 C1
Size: 
53cm
Color: 
RED
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
53cm Raleigh Grand Sport

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 street sign.

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?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Bike lock and helmet was still attached to the street sign

Specialized Allez

Location

2419 N Clybourn
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 22, 2021 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
61
Color: 
Satin Gloss Dusty Lilac/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New Condition Has Eriks Bike Shop Stickers on 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?: 
Few months
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from garage near Lincoln Park around Ashland and Fullerton.

Trek Multitrack

Location

Logan Square
Armitage and Kedzie
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 20, 2021 - 11:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black rear bike rack. Army green Brooks cambium saddle. Neon green cable housing.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 days max
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen along with four others including a Trek T100 Double Cross tandem bike out of a locked garage near Armitage and Kedzie in Logan Square.

Jamis renegade ExPat 2019

Location

Logan Square
Armitage and Kedzie
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 20, 2021 - 11:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
U189U04406
Color: 
Flat Jack Pine (Faded Teal/Blue)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, Red Pedals

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?: 
4 days max
Incident Description: 
Bike was inside a locked garage when it was stolen. The bike was not locked to anything inside of the garage.