Recent Reports

1985 Centurion Accordo

Location

Fountain Square Building
1601 Sherman Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 3, 2007 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
NA
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Aqua
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Aqua and white road bike; white handlebar tape; black SDG beat up leather seat w/red striping on sides; only one toe clip on right pedal; Planet Bike pack under seat; black mountain rack on back wheel (either Planet Bike or Trek model) with rear red LED light attached. Tiny silver bell on top tube near handlebars. Planet Bike light holder on handle bars.

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 parking meter.

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?: 
Locked 7/3 6 pm; gone 7/7 8 am
Incident Description: 
Left my bike Kryptonite locked in front of Fountain Square office building (where Evanston Critical Mass meets). Returned 3.5 days later, bike was gone.

Gary Fisher Tiburon, 2007

Location

home
2935 N. Sheffield
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 9, 2007 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
wtu11361714c
Size: 
17.5 frame
Color: 
gray/black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
six days new "Johnny Sprockets" sticker

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?: 
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?: 
six hours
Incident Description: 
stolen from back porch area between 1-6 am

Giant - Cypress

Location

Home
1950 W Hood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 4, 2007 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C24BKS20
Size: 
17" women's
Color: 
Dark red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new condition. Bright green valve caps, and Johnny Sprockets sticker on the frame near the 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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Bicycle was stolen from our locked bike room.

2006 Specialized Hardrock Comp

Location

River East Movie Theater
322 East Illinois St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 2, 2007 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
I do have it
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1 year old, well broken in, mazdaspeed sticker on top frame tube

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 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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
I went to see Ratatoulle and when the movie was over, the bike was gone. Crowded sidewalk with lots of other bikes, but i used a weak lock against my better judgement.

Red Cannondale 02 900SF

Location

Taste of Chicago
Monroe and Lake Shore Drive accross from the Chase Bike Parking
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 1, 2007 - 9:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
Will get back.......
Color: 
Red Large ((iI think
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike was in great condition but had a few scratches. The back tire had a slow leak. The front area around the shocks (rim) had black scratches on each side from a bike rack and the rubbing of another bike. Wish I can go to the Flea Market this weekend but will be out of town. Maybe you will catch the .......

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?: 
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?: 
About 3 and a half hours
Incident Description: 
We parked the bikes around a tree at the Taste of Chicago with bike rakes near but were full. We came back from enjoying ourselves and the cable lock was cut (still there) with a beer cup on it. My husband's Mongoose was still there. I asked everybody around if they saw anything, along with about 5 Cops standing 50 yards away! They wouldn't even walk over to help me. Of course, nobody saw it! The bike will probably be at the Flea Market on Sunday morning. I cried and screamed that I hate Chicago!!!!How can somebody live with themselves?

Mongoose Rockadile

Location

Secure Car Park, Ramada Hotel, Hyde Park
4900 S Lake Shore Dr, Hyde Park Chicago, 60615
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 27, 2007 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, rear rack with saddle bag, from Australia so reversed braking control, handle bar extenders and clip in pedals.

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?: 
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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Our family's four bikes were stolen from the rack on our car on the morning of 28 July 2007 from the Ramada Hyde Park carpark early in the morning on 28 June 2007.

Trek 7200 Hybrid

Location

Chicago Cultural Center
78 E. Randolph.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 30, 2007 - 10:20am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black/Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in very good shape, aside from it being very dirty. I just purchased a SKS X-tra Dry Rear Fender so that should still be on it. Also, i removed my lights the day it was stolen but the mounts for a rear and front headlight should also be on the bike.

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?: 
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?: 
~2 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked up right outside the Chicago Cultural Center on one of the busiest Saturdays during the year, during the Taste. It's very weird that someone could steal a bike with thousands of people walking around but here I am, without a bike. I think someone probably just broke the lock and made off with the bike. I still have my helmet though, i hope they crash.

Trek 4500

Location

Logan Square Farmer's Market
Milwaukee Ave and Logan Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 1, 2007 - 10:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
SC64GP332
Size: 
16-M
Color: 
Blue/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, reflector on right pedal is broken, shimano shifters, black pack on back of seat, U-lock attached, small air pump attached. Red touches on main frame.

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 parking meter.

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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to parking meter during Farmer's Market. Likely stolen after market closed between 3 and 4 pm on Sunday, July 1, 2007. Cable cut and second bike left at scene.

Gary Fisher 2003 Tarpon

Location

Between UIC College of Pharmacy and the Administration Bldg.
833 S. Wood St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 28, 2007 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
looking for it...
Size: 
16-18"
Color: 
Silver/Black/Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Perfect condition, rear rack mount with fixed metal basket, attached tire pump, new seat, sticker with the name of the store "Cycle Sports, La Grande, OR"

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?: 
2-4 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen between 10am and 2pm from the UIC medical district campus.

2006 Gary Fisher Zebrano

Location

Lakeview
Belmont and Ashland and Lincoln
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 28, 2007 - 1:05pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
CA5DS447
Size: 
22.5
Color: 
Black and Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand New

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 a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

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?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
Had dinner came out and the lock was there and my bike was gone, because I think I locked my U-Lock through the front wheel and the front tire spoke so all they had to do was take off the front tire and slip the U lock to the bottom of the post, i'm an idiot.

'05 Bianchi Volpe

Location

Residence
N. Damen Ave and W. Henderson St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 26, 2007 - 4:20pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
H5J 6274
Color: 
Light Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
excellent condition, just had a tune up. replaced front wheel very recenty, so the front spokes are black/with silver rear spokes. rear fender. scratch/light gouge on right side of the fork. red lettering. standard pedals, not clip-in. black tape on the drop bars with red electrical tape on the end. chrome "Milwaukee International" sticker on left side of crossbar. silver color bottle cage.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
10 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was in the causeway/walkway of my house behind a gate, for approximately 10 minutes while I was clearing out the flooded basement. It was unlocked only because I was a few yards away, in and out of the backyard...NEVER AGAIN. The thief entered, and rode away, south on Damen. Witness described thief as white/hispanic male, at least 5'9+, dark hair, wearing white tanktop, and intoxicated. Thanks for reading...

Gary Fisher Aquila

Location

around Wellington and Seminary
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 26, 2007 - 4:18pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
will have it tomorrow
Size: 
Relatively Short Frame
Color: 
Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It had a rage attached to the seatpost and Shimano SPD 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?: 
It was in my locked garage
Incident Description: 
Someone took it from my CLOSED garage. I lost this and a road bike and a Burley Trailer! Losing my road bike, I feel like a lost a loved-one.

'06 Raleigh Grand Prix

Location

garage in alley
around Wellington and Seminary
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 26, 2007 - 1:09pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
I'll have it tomorrow
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It had BLUE X5 speedplay pedals. A red Pedro's bag under the seat. There is a white scratch on the right (as if you were riding it) side of the top tube. Pretty new Continental Tires. When shifting it was sometimes tough to get from the large to the small chainring. It has a computer w/cadence.

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?: 
In the garage one day. I rode it the previous day.
Incident Description: 
Someone forced open the garage door and lifted both bikes. Pretty gutsy too, considering there is a ramp down to the garage which is in the moddle of the building!

Trek 4300 Blue and Silver.

Location

Crilly Court Condominiums
208 W. Eugenie St., Eugenie and Wells
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 25, 2007 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
C16N3805
Size: 
18" mens
Color: 
blue/silverr
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was in new condition. just bought it last summer. no real distinguishing features. just a few extra accessories (i.e. black water bottle holder, black air pump and black seat pack

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?: 
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?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
Went to visit my new condo under contstruction and meet with the builders. I locked the bike using a cable lock through the front wheel and frame and around the light pole in front of the development, additionaly i had a U lock through the back wheel and frame. After the meeting I went to visit some friends to wait out the rain. Ended up running some errands and leaving the bike overnight. When I returned the following morning 27 June 07, the bike and locks were missing.

Gary Fisher - Marlin

Location

AMC Movie Theatre
322 E Illinois St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 10, 2007 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This is a 4 year old Gary Fisher Marlin in great condition. The most distinguishing feature of the bike is a white stamp from the store where it was purchased - "Mountain Sports Outlet" of Colorado. Otherwise the bike has all the standard equipment plus a black metal drink holder on the vertical frame 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 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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
It was actually 2 bikes that were cable locked together, through the frames and front wheels to a bike rack in front of the AMC Movie Theatres on Sunday June 10th, and it happened between 11am and 1pm. The other bike was a women's Trek, also grey.

Schwinn Super Sport

Location

3819 N Greenview Av
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 25, 2007 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
26T-30T 21H
Size: 
Men's Small
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Six months old. Has black seat bag, front spot headlight and black water bottle holder.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to back stairs of residence. Another residence left the autolocked gate that limits access to the back stairs to residents only unlocked. Back stairs of this building faces back alley.

Trek 7300

Location

450 Briar st
Briar st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 25, 2007 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
wtu249c0217b
Size: 
17.5"
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Front tire left behind. water bottle rack. bag under seat. Blue and Silver

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 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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen in front of a apartment building. I went up to a party for 45 minutes and came back down only to find the front tire left.

Trek 7200FX

Location

Personal garage
Foster / Paulina
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 21, 2007 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C54DK004
Size: 
20"
Color: 
Charcoal
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Wireless computer, front light, seat bag, seat like, paint fading on black handlebars and small L-shaped cut in seat

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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Our garage door was opened somehow and someone swiped bike

Breezer Freedom, U-frame

Location

my apartment
W Belden Ave and Maplewood (West Bucktown)
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 23, 2007 - 6:13am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
00094TB703
Size: 
small, u-frame
Color: 
blueberry blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
only two weeks old (very new)

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours or less
Incident Description: 
The bike was in our garage (which is normally locked) but the automatic door control didn't complete close it. The bike was stolen from out of the garage within 2 hours. I'd only bought it two weeks ago as a work-commuter bike.....

Specialized Rockhopper Comp Full Suspension

Location

Wabansia and Honore, in Bucktown
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 21, 2007 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
21inch
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It has more of a downhill type frame, not a cross country type full suspension. It has a new front fork, and Shimano clipless pedals.

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?: 
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?: 
I saw it the evening before it was stolen, then by noon the next day it was gone.
Incident Description: 
Someone climbed over the back porch fence (about 8 ft high), and carried my bike out. They were acting alone because my Trek 3700 was still there, untouched. The rear tire had a cable through it around the frame.