Recent Reports

Novara strada

Location

My apartment
1429 w Chicago Ave Apt 3
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 16, 2013 - 8:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great shape, clean, white bar tape, black seat.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
We have a secure, secluded yard with high fences and buildings on 3 sides. Porch not visible from alley as coach house completely blocks access. Gate to yard is accessible by short alleyway directly to Chicago ave. I rode home after midnight, unlocked and relocked our gate, and carried my bike up to our 3rd floor porch, where I locked it to itself and placed it leaning against a dark wall and behind a large chair. In the morning, our gate door was open and my bike was gone. Not sure if I was followed home or if someone just broke in looking for stuff in general and found my bike when they made their way up to our porch.

Trek 7.2 FX

Location

West Argyle Apartments
1338 W Argyle
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 9, 2013 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
54"
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
4yr old bike, worn brakes, sticker on frame near main gears for Speed Marchants of Rockford, Michigan. black bottle holder, white scratches on front fork near tires.

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 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?: 
~1 week
Incident Description: 
Sometime the weekend of the 9th of June (during midsommerfest) the bike was stolen from my apartment building's community bike storage. The area has a locking gate facing the street and is open to the back alley.

2001 Cannondale R400

Location

Outside of Orange Shoe Personal Fitness
3845 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
I'm 5'6 so average size (Medium?)
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In good condition. w/ black and white "REI Outdoor School" stickers on the top bar. Has 2 water bottle cages and a bike lock mount. Computer and Light mounts on front drop bars. Black Novara wrap on the drop bars.

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 a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
We discovered the bike was missing at 10 p.m. We last checked it at 8:00-8:15 and it was still there. It was parked at the bike rack just north of Berenice Ave on east side of Lincoln.

Fuji Cross Comp

Location

Apartment
1425 N Wood St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
58 Frame
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Different style tire tread on rear than front. Curled handlebars and brakes are bent slightly outward

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?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
Bike was parked behind a locked fence in a garden unit leaning next to a bench. Fence was probably hopped and the thief must have exited through the door

20" Hyper Spinner Pro BMX Bike

Location

Dominicks
6810 N McCormick Blvd Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 1:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
BMX Bike
Serial No.: 
Dmb00---- Forgot rest..
Size: 
20 In Wheel
Color: 
BLACK
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a U- shaped lock at the front of the bike, it's big and it's a U. All black bike, and has pegs in the back only.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
10 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen inside of Dominicks by the carts. Dominick's refused to view surveiellance footage for some reason.

K2 Bike, Huntington # K21200066154

Location

Residence
2919 Woodard St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
K21200066154
Size: 
Medium, 17
Color: 
Champagne/Taupe, black rear bike rack, silver fenders
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, has silver front and rear fenders, black 700c tires, black rear bike rack, step-through style women's bike, silver water bottle holder

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?: 
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?: 
locked on the inside side of the fenced yard - open gate, 4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was noted to be still there and locked to fence at 3:30 am, I got up to ride it this morning at approximately 7:30 am and it was missing.

Trek 7100 WSd Ladies Robin Egg Blue 16" ladies Bike

Location

Damen and Milwaukee ave
1600 N Damen Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 14, 2013 - 4:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU302C0448D
Size: 
16 ladies Frame
Color: 
Robin Egg Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2009 7100 Wsd Model robin egg blue color with blue flowers. accessories on bike include back rack, taillight, large gel seat and custom handlegrips.

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?: 
robbery
Incident Description: 
robbery

1985 Schwinn Madison

Location

1600 s. indiana
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 14, 2013 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
54mm
Color: 
White w/ red decals
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
red bar tape. Dura ace track hubs laced to campagnola rims. Campagnola athena headset. Campagnola track cranks. Cinelli bars & stems.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
a few hours
Incident Description: 
bike was there ... and then it wasn't

KHS Manhattan Green

Location

2201 W. Addison St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 11:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
D1330L049
Size: 
17L
Color: 
Cream
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new. Brown leather seat and handles.

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 minutes

Trek 800

Location

golf road and central park
evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 14, 2013 - 11:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
22in
Color: 
red with white decals
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
bike in good shape. paint dinged up and touched up with nail polish. street tires. exage 50t cranks and deore lx rear derailleur are upgrades. italian black sticker on top tube. red/pinkish bear trap 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?: 
day
Incident Description: 
bike in garage. garage closed

Trek 8.2 DS 2012

Location

St. Michael
1633 North Cleveland
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTUO12CO662G
Size: 
21
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New. Just a month old.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4.5 hours
Incident Description: 
Parked/locked-up bike at 2:30AM on 6/15/13 near church and parking lot on bike rack that was on the sidewalk.

GIANT

Location

Across from Trader Todd's
3221 n sheffield
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 14, 2013 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
medium
Color: 
blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
GIANT Mountain Bike in perfect condition was stolen on Sheffield and Belmont. Has a mount for a basket on the back and was locked up to a parking sign on June 14th, 2013

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 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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked my bike up across the street from Trader Todd's and it was gone when I returned.

Soma Rush

Location

Landmark AMC Theater
2828 N. Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 14, 2013 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
49cm
Color: 
white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is good condition. Frame is white, with straight bars and pink Oury grips. Bubblegum pink Deep Vs with pink hubs. There is a front wire rack attached to the handlebars. The bike is especially distinguishable because it is very small.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1.5 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was stolen from the front of the Landmark Century movie theater in Lincoln Park. My keys were missing from my bag, which I discovered when I exited the the theater. My bike was missing from the bike rack. I believe I may have been pickpocketed, and my keys were used to unlock my bike.

CUSTOM ELECTRIC BIKE WHITE WITH BROWN & BATTERY

Location

Yolk
744 N. Wells
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
Electric Bike Custom no Serial No.
Size: 
Medium/Large
Color: 
White with Brown features
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
CUSTOM BIKE, GOOD CONDITION SOME WEAR AND TEAR, FRONT MOTOR AND BACK BATTERY.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour

Trek 4300

Location

Glenview Metra Station
1116 Depot St
Glenview , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 14, 2013 - 5:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
19.5
Color: 
Yellow/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
A 2008 Yellow and Black Trek 4300 with a fanny pack. The bike was in great condition, it was purchased at Village Cycle Center and still has the sticker on 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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
I rode my bike to the Glenview, IL downtown train station. Locked the bike to the bike rack around 6:30 AM. When I returned that evening on the Metra, the bike was no longer on the rack. There were lots of other bikes, but mine was missing. Report was filed with Glenview police.

Specialized Vita X3 2013

Location

1133 N Dearborn St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
wsbc602411757g
Size: 
women's XS
Color: 
white/green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Three months old. Had a flat tire in the rear. A small pouch on the front handle bars. Bike lights in the front and rear. Kryptonite ulock on the base body of the bike.

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 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?: 
five days
Incident Description: 
I think that the bike may have been confiscated by Chicago streets and sanitation. If anyone has information regarding a city number I can call that would be great! {CSBR has suggested calling the city's 311 center}

IRO Jamie Roy

Location

UIC CUPPA/ADH Hall
412 S. Peoria
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 14, 2013 - 11:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
AH610087
Size: 
59 cm
Color: 
White with black logos
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition with some minor marks on the frame. Brand new Continental Four Seasons tires, Velocity wheelset.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
I usually bring my bike up to my office, but was planning on only being in for a few hours so I left it out front. Cable was through front wheel and then U-locked frame and rear wheel to bike rack. Cable was stolen along with white Bell helmet (BMX style)

Linus Dutchi 3-speed

Location

1030 N. Mozart St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 2, 2013 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
L2E0101320 (this is the frame number)
Size: 
Medium size
Color: 
Candy Apple Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
My bike is fairly new and just slightly used. When it was stolen, it had a silver head lamp attached to the front of it and a smaller light attached to the back as well. The seat and handlebars are brown leather and there is a flat black rack over the back tire for carrying things. It does have a small dent around the metal chain cover.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 wk
Incident Description: 
The bike was last seen at approximately 0600 on 6/02. Sometime after that and before 1430 on 6/05 it was stolen. Other bikes in the neighborhood were also reported stolen around this time.

Denali

Location

Residence
5140 S. Kenwood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
L050222521
Size: 
Medium adult size
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in generally good condition except that the Rt. brake lever is broken, the Right handlebar padding is gone and the left handle bar padding is partially off.

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 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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Since previous evening
Incident Description: 
I woke up in the morning and saw the chain cut and the bike gone.

Rivendell, A. Homer Hilsen

Location

home
3529 N Oleander Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
67cm
Color: 
Blue with cream accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition- very little bit of paint flaking at tip of front fork, only noticeable if you take off the tire. Brooks Brothers black leather seat. Wider than average handlebar with silver/gray tape and Shimano Dura Ace bar end shifters and Shimano Tiagra brakes separate. Brass bell on right side of handlebar, Bike computer in center of handlebar. leather travel bag under seat. travel pump under top tube. silver plastic fenders. 700c Synergy Wheels (quick release) with gray reflector tape cut out into ovals and attached around whole rim. Jack Brown blue tuff tires. Kickstand. Has a skewer in rear axle that allows attachment of BOB trailer.

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?: 
always there if not being ridden
Incident Description: 
Was working on construction for my house in back yard. Had garage door open to use the electrical outlet to plug in my saw. Thief probably waited until I walked inside to take a measurement, then snuck in the side door and popped the overhead door open to pull out the bike.