Recent Reports

Trek Verve 2 Disc

Location

Gold Coast
N Dearborn St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 20, 2023 - 3:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU007XC0344S
Size: 
M
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was stolen from Gold Coast, Chicago at 3:40 AM, Thursday 7/20/2023. Bike has sticker from 2 Rivers Bicycle and Outdoor, WI. Bike has a red bell on the right, and black bottle holder, and a stand. Bike also has a stand for front lights.

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 metal pole, pipe, 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?: 
2 years but last seen on 7/18/2023
Incident Description: 
A gentleman in the picture described below stole the bike at 3:30 AM in the morning. Any description of him would be appreciated to send it to Chicago Police.

Diamondback Clarity

Location

N Hoyne Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, July 21, 2023 - 4:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Smal/Medium Womens
Color: 
Light Grey/Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bicycle has a black and white seat, writing says Diamondback on side of frame. There are little stickers you will see at the bottom that say Clarity, have a little reddish coloring. Also has a kick stand.

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?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was left in my backyard, we have a locked gate and I left it for the evening but someone got in and took it.

Jamis Coda Sport

Location

Central St Metra
2442 Poplar Ave
Evanston , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, July 21, 2023 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
u17yu07068
Size: 
15"
Color: 
Black with Red and Blue Stripes
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bicycle is in like new condition, with black paint and red/blue striped accents.

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?: 
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?: 
Was locked on the south bike rack by the Central St. Metra Station in Evanston, around 10 hours
Incident Description: 
We were returning to the Central St. Metra Station from OTC in the evening around 10:00PM. When we got to the south bike parking area on Poplar St. we noticed my bike, a Black 2019 Jamis Coda Sport, was stolen. The bike had been locked to the bike racks with a cable lock through the wheels and a U-Lock through the frame and back wheel.

Jamis Hudson Step-Over Frame

Location

2759 N Hoyne Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 20, 2023 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
17I008923
Size: 
17"
Color: 
Bright Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a permit sticker numbered 0025 as well as a sticker on the lower part of the frame that reads Omaha Bicycle Co. Bike is still in fair condition but has some chipping on the pedals and the chain is getting fairly old and rusted. Picture is from a few years ago - the front tire has since been replaced. Frame is 17" and is labeled "T6 6061 Aluminum." The bike also had a back light, water bottle holder, and a hand-painted black bell.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed 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?: 
A week
Incident Description: 
The last time I remember seeing the bike was Tuesday afternoon. When I left my residence on Thursday around noon, I noticed it was gone. The lock was left on the ground next to where the bike had been.

Men’s Black Fixie

Location

5745 N Oleander
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, July 21, 2023 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black on Black Matte finish. Bike has a silver bike handle on right handlebar

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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
45 minutes

Batch Urban

Location

Wilson (FJ) Park
4630 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 19, 2023 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SNHTB22C02520
Size: 
27.5 / medium
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, bottle and back racks, "corndog" stickers on frame

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4-5 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked through front wheel to bike rack, wheel was detached from frame. Frame and back wheel were taken. Incident occurred between 9am (bike locked to rack) and 2pm (bike noticed missing) outside of Wilson park building during day camp. Business across the street from the park caught suspect on film walking north on Milwaukee with frame, but not able to provide further details at time. Other bikes attached to rack left apparently untouched.

Team Marin 1

Location

Old town triangle
N Lincoln park west
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 20, 2023 - 9:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1 year of use, silver with tan wheel walls, dropper post

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 month
Incident Description: 
In a locked bike of a 40 unit apt building, bike room door was pried open.

Specialized Stumpjumper

Location

Back patio, 3rd floor apartment
2841 W. Cortez St.
CHICAGO , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, June 23, 2023 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fair condition. Front suspension. Nobby tires

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
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?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
About 13 years
Incident Description: 
The rear end of my frame was cut on both sides to release the rear wheel. The vandals also cut all the spoked on the rear wheel and left the hub and sprockets. Bike is still locked to the railing in my back patio on the 3rd floor.

Jamis Renegade

Location

4908 N Magnolia Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 20, 2023 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition, but with stickers intentionally added, one that looks like a typewriter, one that came from lamp camp at

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 metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours

Dahon Mariner D8

Location

3060 W Armitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 20, 2023 - 9:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Folding / Compact Bike
Serial No.: 
H012602471
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The folding pedals that the bike comes with by default have been replaced with standard fixed pedals. There was a black phone holder attached to the handle bars with an elastic band. There was a bungee cord wrapped around the small cargo rack over the rear tire.

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
About 4 months, though I would take it out to ride reguarly
Incident Description: 
The last time I saw my bike was on the 13th, I left the state that afternoon and did not return until the 19th. On the morning of the 20th I left the apartment at about 9:30 and when I did I saw that some one had cut the lock and taken my bike. I had my bike in an alcove outside of the back door secured to a large metal pipe with a combination cable lock. There is no way to see it from the alley, the only way to see it is to enter a narrow unlit passage tucked into the side of the garage. Whoever took it must have either seen me ride it home one day and targeted me specifically or been trying to get into the building. My bike is distinctive because I needed to replace the pedals, normally the pedal can fold in half to allow it to fold up easier but my bike had standard petals that do not fold. I also had a black phone holder attached to the handle bars with an elastic band. Someone also broke into a car in the parking lot on the night of the 19th.

Bianchi Milano

Location

Residence
4149 N Lawndale Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 20, 2023 - 6:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
17"
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike in good condition. Has a light gray child seat with bright yellow lap bar. Has some scratching from lock on cross bar.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 night
Incident Description: 
Bike was in locked sideyard, unlocked. Someone jumped the fence to take it.

TREK VERVE 2 DISC

Location

Lakeside Tower Condo
1600 S Indiana Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, July 14, 2023 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU130C4162R
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
LITHIUM GREY
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike Bell and Phone Holder, looks brand new

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Other U-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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 Month and 10 days or so
Incident Description: 
bike lock was cut off and bike was stolen

Divvy

Location

Cna center
60 e van buren st
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
4648200
Size: 
Standard
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Divvy bike

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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Unlocked for few seconds
Incident Description: 
I had stopped for a few seconds to pick something that fell from my pocket on the road. I parked it on the sidewalk in front of cna tower and in a matter of few seconds someone ran with the bike.

Velotric Discover 1

Location

Home garage
1438 N Fairfield Ave Unit 2
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
65 Pound 26 inch mango-yellow colored electric bike.
Color: 
Mango-yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Yellow e-bike with backwheel rack, thick 65 pound frame, digital screen and light attached. Thick 26 inch tires

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: 
I last used my bike on Sunday evening. The bike was stolen sometime between Sunday at 9 pm and Tuesday at 5pm, though likely sometime on Tuesday. It may have been taken out while the garage door was open.

Raleigh

Location

Home
1438 N Fairfield Ave Unit 2
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
26 inch wheel bike
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Redd-ish pink rubber handles on upright handlebars. Rather rusted chain. Bike pack behind the

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?: 
48 hours
Incident Description: 
Red Raleigh road bike stolen sometime between Sunday 9pm July 15th and Tuesday July 18th at 5 pm ( most likely on Tuesday). Photo has old handlebars. but otherwise is accurate.

REI Co-Op Gen e1.2 e-bike

Location

The Recyclery Collective
7628 N. Paulina St.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, July 17, 2023 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
A23006285
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
e-bike; Cargo bike with rear rack and 620 whr battery. May have a milk crate attached to rear rack. Bafang 500 watt drive motor in rear wheel hub

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 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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked to bike rack at 7628 N. Paulina St. in front of an open business

Specialized Sirrus

Location

5600 Wayne Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 - 1:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC920081369N
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition.

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

Sirrus Men’s V-Brake

Location

5620 N Wayne Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSVC920081369N
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Dark green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Purchased in 2018, refurbished twice. Has scrapes from bike lock on the frame

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 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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Weeks
Incident Description: 
Bike lock was cut and bike stolen over night. Thieves picked locks on garage door and removed the bike. They also stole items from garage at 5624 North Wayne (garages are not connected to buildings and face the alley behind Wayne Avenue)

Surly Crosstrek

Location

Jennifer Bell’s residence (condo building)
950 W Erie St Apt 501
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 2, 2023 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
M19046089
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2020 Black Surly Crosstrek road bike single gear. Has light blue/turquoise handlebar tape. Has one water bottle holder. Has a couple safety lights on it.

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?: 
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?: 
Bike is stored on wall rack inside first floor condo parking garage. It’s been there hanging locked up for several months.
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen some time between July 2 and July 17, 2023. Last time bike was seen was Sunday, July 2, 2023 at 9:00 am. We were out of town after that and found bike missing on July 17, 2023.

Giant Escape

Location

JamDek
800 N Sacramento
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, July 17, 2023 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It was a large black bike with a black crate on the back. I took the front gears off so the front shifters didn't work. The front wheel needed a special key to be taken off.

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?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A few hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike up to a street sign. I had a cable lock going through the back wheel, frame and sign, and a U-lock going through the frame and front wheel (which also needs a special key to be taken off). They cut my cable and took the whole bike. On the front handlebars I had a bell from my brother's wedding, and I used shoelaces to secure the light attachment. I had just added new SRAM grips to my handlebars.