Recent Reports

Electra 7d black Beach Cruiser

Location

Grand and wabash (Homewood suites)
40 East Grand Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 7:07am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
eac2d00835
Size: 
20 inch
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
BRAND fricken NEW. Black with green pin striping. Nubs still on the rubber.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Like a tourist I left our bikes locked to the bike rack in front of the hotel. And bam! - these bike-stealing-motherfing-scumbags clipped the lock and took our brand new Electra beach cruiser and our old faithful GIANT mountain bike. We love Chicago - but this pisses us off. Lesson learned. Buyers of stolen bikes are no better than the goddam thieves. Stop the madness.

Motobecane Cafe Century Pro

Location

U.S. Post office
4850 N. Broadway Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 13, 2012 - 9:29am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
58 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black carbon fiber with red lettering, short bar ends on mountain bike style handle bars

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?: 
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?: 
10 minutes
Incident Description: 
Ran into the bank and bike was gone.

Jamis Aurora

Location

1660 N. LaSalle
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 12, 2012 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
63cm
Color: 
Bronze/Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
I have over 6,000 miles on the bike so it looks like its been ridden hard, but its been well maintained. The most distinguishing feature of the bike is an amateur weld beginning from the top of the down tube, extending down 4-5 inches. The weld is painted in a lighter brown color which does not match the rest of the bike. Other noticeable features include different wheels on front(black alex rims) and rear(unsure of brand silver), black fenders and rear touring rack.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked the bike up to a bike rack in the garage of my friend's building, went out for dinner and drinks and returned to find my bike had been stolen. I was unable to file a police report as the officer on the phone told me I am required to have the serial number of my bike.

Trek, 1.2T

Location

, corner of Brompton and LAKESHORE
3550 N. Lakeshore
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - 9:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU196C3235F
Size: 
50
Color: 
white and blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Relatively new, shiny and pretty, a total magnet for thieves.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours, at the most. from 1am to 230ish am.
Incident Description: 
Locked my bike on the corner of Brompton and Lakeshore at 1am, went out to get it at 2:30ish, bike, lock, and waterbottle were gone.

KTM Leggero Cross

Location

My house
3744 n Racine
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fairly good shape. Has a small, black, stretcher-like holder over the back wheel with yellow bungee cords. Has shimano lock pedals which require special shoes to ride. Has a speedometer and a makeshift cardboard iPod holder on front handlebars.

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 a wooden pole, railing, 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?: 
3-4 hours
Incident Description: 
Left the bike locked to my front porch railing and it was gone after 3 hours.

Free Spirit Brittany 10 Speed

Location

Wrightwood Apartments
443 W. Wrightwood Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 12, 2012 - 11:08am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
70540768 489-474382
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue free spirit with fenders that were slightly rusty, very shiny chrome. Has a yellow "Ciclo Urbano" sticker on the seat tube. Pretty lugs. The decals are kind of coming off. Brand new tan wall tires.

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 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?: 
two hours
Incident Description: 
The street sign was unbolted and both lock (newer u-lock w/flat key) and bike were taken. It was across the street from the address given.

Specialized Allez 58

Location

Andersonville (home)
1639 W Summerdale Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC606001187H
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
like new condition

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?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
My two bikes were stolen from our alley garage during the overnight hours. The garage door was left open by someone.

Giant Escape 2

Location

Andersonville (home)
1639 W Summerdale Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C50A3055
Size: 
XL
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
like new condition

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?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
My two bikes were stolen from our alley garage during the overnight hours. The garage door was left open by someone.

Windsor Knight

Location

6954 N. Greenview Avenue, rear gated parking lot
6954 N. Greenview Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 5:56pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
~53
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Road bike with Profile Design T2 clip on Aero bars. One of the aero bars is scratched and missing the cap. The bike also has a computer installed. Underneath the saddle was a little bike sack full of tools. It was the 2010 version of this bike http://bikesdirect.com/products/windsor/knight_x.htm with the ultegra components and vuelta tires. There were also some scratches on the handlebar brakes and there was also a plastic bottle holder installed.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike to my girlfriend's bike in the parking lot of our apartment underneath a shaded area next to the fence. I left for a few days and when I came back the bike lock was cut and my bike was stolen. The thief left my girlfriend's bike and the broken lock which seemed to have been cut with cable cutters. Whoever stole the bike either had access to the garage door or climbed the fence, cut the lock and jumped back over the fence with the bike.

Schwinn Continental

Location

Gold Coast
Dearborn and Huron
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - 6:25pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
24
Color: 
Teal Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike has fixed gears, white handle bar tape, and Paint splashes on the seat, newer bike pedals

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?: 
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?: 
between 2 to 12 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was missing after an overnight stay at the post

2004 Trek Navigator 50

Location

My Residence
2563 W. Montrose Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 9, 2012 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SCA3C1489
Size: 
Mens 14.5
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition- few minor scrapes Wheels are not original. Front wheel originally was a quick release had to be replaced with regular wheel. Seat has one small cut mark near center.

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?: 
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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
My bike was in the locked basement of my apartment building. I had two locks through the wheels and frame attached to some pipes on the wall, (newer u-lock w/flat key) but someone was able to get in and take the pipes apart and remove my bike.

Masi, single speed, commuter

Location

Crisp chicken
2940 n broadway
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 9, 2012 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
49cm
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
curved handlebars with black foam tape, tap has been torn on the left handlebar, the logo is written across the angled bar and has the italian flag colors around the logo, it has some small details on the front wheel legs, it has a masi leather seat (black and white with the masi logo on it), shimano brakes, has a black rack (maybe still with a crate bungied on)

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
one night
Incident Description: 
Left my bike locked outside of crisp, went to a concert, when I went back the next morning the bike was gone.

RVB Four Star Commuter Bike

Location

Apartment basement storage unit (basement has locked door)
5070 n. ravenswood Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 2:07pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U90200294
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Near new. Four Star chicago flag logo on frame, along with Roscoe Village Bikes logo. Black 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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Basement door was locked, but bike was not locked inside the basement storage unit
Incident Description: 
Looks like the bike above, but without the back bike rack. Earlier that night, a suspicious person was found on the roof of our neighbors building, and the police were called. About a half an hour later, went out to the back porch and a teenage kid, maybe 13, was standing in the backyard. When confronted, he left. We don't know if the bike was stolen then or the next morning, when our dog ran out our open backyard gate barking at something. We found him two houses down, barking in the direction of an abandoned house. Don't know if people are in that house - maybe squatters?

Dawes road bike, fix gear, silver, cropped handlebars, black grip tape

Location

Uk village, in front of tomato tattoo
Chicago/ damen
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - 12:23pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
N-a
Size: 
Mens large
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition, left front brake only, Dawes logo on frame w Canadian flag sticker

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Older U-Lock w/ Round 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 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?: 
10 min
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen w keys

schwinn

Location

in front of uic college of art and design building
420 s peoria
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - 10:47am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
big
Color: 
dark red/brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
fairly new

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
I had parked my bike there around 8 o'clock on Tueasday and when I came back on Wednesday morning it was still there. I checked after 6 hours around 3 o'olock of same day it was not there.

1998 Trek 930

Location

Bike Racks near Cuyler Ave and Sheridan rd
Cuyler Ave and Sheridan rd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
SWTU1223337
Size: 
18'
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike had a pack attached to the seat, a serpentine chain, all black with red Trek logos. There was a computer attached to the handlebars for speed/distance measurements.

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 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?: 
Overnight from 2am to noon
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked overnight at a bike rack and was missing in the morning

1996 GT Zaskar

Location

Milwaukee Ave at Central Park Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps
Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 7:44pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
18
Color: 
Bare aluminum polished (chrome like)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1996 GT ZASKAR with Black Manitou Skareb suspension fork, Truvativ XR stem and handlebars. All Shimano XT equipment, Gt gold anodized rims with red anodized GT hubs, panaracer tires.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Bike was hanging on a locked back porch. No signs of forced entry on the door.
Incident Description: 
The bike has been stolen from the back porch, along with another one, a beige Kona Muni-Mula, so there must have been two thieves... Strangely there is no damage to the door or windows. If you see it for sale, please contact me asap.

2010 Specialized Crosstrail

Location

Condo building in West Loop
659 W. Randolph
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
19" frame, 700c wheels
Color: 
Black/Greyish Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
My specialized crosstrail was in good condition. There are some scratches here and there on the frame but I would rather the overall condition a 8/10. The bike was previously registered in Honolulu. There is a yellow and red registration sticker on the center post of the bike.

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?: 
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?: 
less than 24hrs
Incident Description: 
I came back from a ride around 10pm last night (July 9th) and locked my bike to a metal fence in front of my building at 659 W. Randolph. When I went out the next evening around 6pm to go on a ride it was gone. My roommate said he saw the bike at 6:30am when he left for work. It must have been stolen between 6:30am-6pm on July 10, 2012. I appreciate any help that you guys may be able to provide.

Specialized Vita

Location

CTA Southport Brown Line station
3411 N Southport Ave (at Roscoe St)
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Silver and Lilac, RARE.
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like brand new. It had a white LED light attached to the handlebars and the pedals had straps attached. Silver with purple markings

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?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was stolen right in front of the CTA Southport brown line station. There are cameras everywhere, and the scene of the crime is directly in line with the cameras, but CTA won't allow me to view the cameras. Thanks Chicago. Please contact me if you see anyone with a silver and lilac Specialized Vita. It would mean the world to me. Thanks.

Trek SOHO S White

Location

Alta K,
365 North Jefferson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 9, 2012 - 1:12pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU038C2074E
Size: 
17.5
Color: 
WHITE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Average condition, had masking tape around middle tube to protect from lock mounting, front and rear mud-guards, gold/flower bell, blue/white sticker on handle bar with blue/white circular sticker (TS XXXX). Fibrelight Long LED rear light on left hand side.

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 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?: 
2 Days
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen from in front of Alta K, as no lock found, assume cable was cut. White guy seen on video riding bike into building car garage at about 6:30PM in day light.