Recent Reports

Scott sub 10 2013

Location

Bangers and lace
1670 w division
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 3, 2017 - 12:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
54 cm
Color: 
Neon green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Scott sub 10 neon green belt drive internal hub disc brakes. The handlebars have been shortened and have bright blue grips. There are shimano clips as pedals. It definitely has dings on the frame, as it is a commuter bike.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
U lock to a metal tree fence
Incident Description: 
It happened at 1:51 am (the auto format of the upper box won't let me put that time in). Man walks across street from in front of Starbucks, takes a power saw and cuts thru the lock (you can see the flames from the restaurant security camera).

Lemond Tourmalet

Location

My house in Old Town
1836 1/2 N Mohawk St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 2, 2017 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
57cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a black Ritchey carbon fork and a Specialized seat, had aero bars on it when it was stolen.

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 week
Incident Description: 
My bike wasn't locked (I'd forgotten to lock it up) but it was inside my patio behind a door and a brick wall. Overnight, someone took the bike--it was gone when my wife woke up.

2012 Trek Lexa SLX (Compact)

Location

Mariano's in West Loop/Greektown
Monroe
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Green, Silver, Charcoal
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent, like-new condition: • Black bar tape • Black saddle with white stripe • Bontrager 700 cc racing tires with green detail • Shimano components (brakes, derailleur, etc.) • Black rear bike rack with "Driving is a sin" sticker and green bungee cord.

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?: 
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?: 
25 minutes at most
Incident Description: 
Went into Supercuts for less than 15 minutes, then into Mariano's for less than 15 minutes. When I came out, bike was gone. Husband's bike was also locked up next to mine, still there. Busy city street on a Sunday afternoon in broad daylight. Checked with Mariano's, Massage Envy, and Supercuts, none thought they had security footage facing the sign where bike was locked.

Trek Neko WSD

Location

Buena Shores
833 W Buena Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 13, 2017 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU342C1467K
Size: 
Women's
Color: 
Black/purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
24-speed. Fairly new, bought July 15, 2016. No bumper stickers or anything else at the time it was stolen. Had smartphone mount and kick stand.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
~1 week?
Incident Description: 
Unsure exactly when it was stolen since I didn't ride it every day. It was locked with a chain and combination lock on the bike racks outside of Buena Shores apartment. Never found the lock.

Schwinn Racer

Location

Apartment Building
3602 N Seeley Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
SN1DC13601379
Size: 
54 CM
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
"Bernie Sanders 2016" bumper sticker taped on the top tube. Other stickers include "Barstool" "Revolution Chicago Flag", and "Where is the love" Good condition - chain a little loose. Black-taped bull horn 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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A few hours (Daily)
Incident Description: 
I always kept my bike inside my apartment building, right in the entrance way to my unit. It was stolen between when I got home at midnight and when I woke up at 10am.

scott

Location

Lincoln Park
443 West Grant place
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 7:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
men size
Color: 
black and white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
very good condition. Mudguard held at the back by an orange stripe

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?: 
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?: 
1 year
Incident Description: 
Our 2 bikes have been stolen from our patio during the night.

scott

Location

Lincoln Park
443 West Grant place
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 7:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
women size
Color: 
white / turquoise blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
very good condition

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?: 
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?: 
1 year
Incident Description: 
Our 2 bikes have been stolen from our patio. They were locked within eachother.

2010 Cannondale Synapse Women's specific

Location

3418 N. Halsted St.
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Friday, September 29, 2017 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
BRN02637003
Size: 
48cm
Color: 
Egyptian Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This bike was in very good condition- a little dirty. It had a 2017 Group Fox permit sticker on the cross bar. Clipless pedals installed. Two silver water bottle cages installed.

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?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
The bike was last seen on our back porch around 7:00pm Saturday September 30th when I came home. The bike was noticed missing at 10:00am on Sunday October 1st. The bike on the far right in the picture is mine. It's not a great picture, but if you go to: https://www.bicyclebluebook.com/searchlistingdetail.aspx?id=3035341 , you'll see exactly what it looks like. Thank you for any help!!!

GT Transeo 3.0

Location

Home
1728 W. Berwyn ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Extra large
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Shimano SPD pedals (hybrid so you can also wear regular street shoes), Black Blackburn rack. Also had a large yellow Ortlieb waterproof bag. There was still a very lightweight plastic zip tie like device on the right petal or crank.

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?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
My garage was ransacked, light fixture broken, two bikes taken plus other things probably.

Fuji Sportif 2.5

Location

Logan Square Apartment Building
2945 W. Fullerton Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WBDS5L0330L
Size: 
2.5
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was in great condition, only a year old. Had a water bottle holder and saddle underneath the seat.

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 a wooden pole, railing, or fence.

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?: 
9 days
Incident Description: 
I went to the basement of my building to do some laundry and when I walked in the room, I noticed my bike and the lock were missing. I had rode the bike the previous Friday on September 22nd, and locked it back up in the same place I have been locking it for the past year. The room is locked and only accessible by key.

Schwinn Ranger Men's Mountain Bike

Location

Cumberland Blue Line Stop
5800 N. Cumberland Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new purchased in July 2016. No major defects, still in pristine 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?: 
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?: 
Friday 9/29 6:30pm- Sunday 10/1 4:00pm
Incident Description: 
Bike was left from Friday night until Sunday early afternoon. It was locked up to the bike rack at the Cumberland blue line stop indoor bike area. Lock was missing along with the bike.

Trek

Location

Logan Square Blue Line L
Kedzie & Milwaukee
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 8, 2017 - 9:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bell on left handle, chip off left brake from a fall, women's style

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Locked at the Logan square blue line stop for a couple hours
Incident Description: 
Bike on the left.

Orbea Carpe H50

Location

Lionel West
1148 W Monroe
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 29, 2017 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
01120099681
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Includes water bottle holder, mount for tracking speed and live grit tool pouch under the east.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
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?: 
1-2 days

Electra Cruiser

Location

Church of the Ascension
1133 N LaSalle Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 8:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
EAC4A03733
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Lake Shore Drive condo sticker on center bar.

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?: 
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
Incident Description: 
Taken during 8am mass in front of Church of the Ascension. 1133 N LaSalle Blvd., Chicago, IL 60610

6KU fixed bike

Location

Residence
300 W Van Buren St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 29, 2017 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Stock bike with red tape on bull horn handlebars

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike just got stolen after being parked for a few hours

Fuji

Location

Stop sign at seminary and webster
2157 n seminary
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 28, 2017 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike rack on it, little piece of foam on the handlebars is damaged/ hanging off of it. Stolen with black helmet

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?: 
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 nights

Maruishi Japanese Emperor

Location

Edgewater
Thome
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 30, 2017 - 5:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was in excellent condition. It had a u -lock holder attached and it had a front light. Red icon. Pump gear shifts on the side.

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?: 
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?: 
3 months
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken was taken sometime between 1 am and 7am. Cable was cut and left at scene

Schwinn Sprint

Location

East Hyde Park
Cornell
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 29, 2017 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used; curved handlebars, lights on handlebars and seat post, rack on back of seat post, binder clip clipped to the rack

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?: 
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 weeks
Incident Description: 
I noticed the bike missing when I left my apartment in the morning, and found the lock in the flower bed next to the rack when I came home.

Trek Allant 7.4 Disc

Location

Apartment
1960 N. Lincoln Park West
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 29, 2017 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU046C6201L
Size: 
20
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a seat lock and wheel locks, black bike with yellow highlights, 2 target bike lights on front and back and a water bottle 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 bike rack.

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?: 
36 hours
Incident Description: 
I came to my find my bike gone at 8:30am on 9/29/2017. I assume this happened the night of 9/28/2017, sometime in the middle of the night. My bike lock is a New York Standard Kryptonite lock 16mm reinforced steel. It looks like it was cut using a power tool in two places. I have a picture of the cut lock.

2015 Raleigh Furley

Location

Halligan Bar
2274 North Lincoln Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 29, 2017 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
0383158
Size: 
58 cm
Color: 
seafoam green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
-bike is a single-speed cyclcross bike -wear on the handlebar tape by the hoods -scuff/paint marks on top tube and down tube due to hanging lock there -black rear rack with the paint worn off on the rear right side of it due to pannier bag (also has a fender secured to it with zip ties) -bike has some wear on it, but rear tire is brand new

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?: 
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?: 
about 7 hours in between when I saw it last and went back to get it
Incident Description: 
Parked it in front of Halligan Bar at the corner of Lincoln and Belden on the night of 9/28 at around 9 PM to watch the Bears game. Stayed around the area until 1 AM when I left the neighborhood to go stay at a friends apartment close by. Bicycle was still there when we walked back. When I returned to retrieve it at about 8:30 AM the next morning, it was gone, with only the cut piece of one of the lock links remaining.