Recent Reports

Mongoose Blackcomb

Location

PJ Clark's - 302 E Illinois St
Illinois St and N Columbus Drive
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 14, 2010 - 7:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
24"
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new, slight tear on rear of seat. Distinctive "I beam" frame with dual suspension.

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?: 
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?: 
~20 minutes
Incident Description: 
Locked bike to fence, went in PJ Clark's for quick lunch. Bike stolen within 20 minutes right in front of high-traffic Embassy Suites valet entrace and busy sidewalk. Bike stolen on NE corner of intersection, police camera mounted on SE corner of interestion in plain view. Police would not review security tape.

Schwinn S-25

Location

home
4614 N Leavitt
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 31, 2010 - 5:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
small enough for someone 5'3 to ride
Color: 
Black/White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The Handle Bars Have big scraps where you can see the metal,kickstand had big paint chips in it, the pedals still had stickers on them(Bought From Target), Still had 3/4 of barcode sticker on font of the bike

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
I came back from wallgreens at around 10:30, Put my bike down in the storage area of our building. I woke up to go ride to wallgreens to pick some stuff up and noticed the door was unlocked. I went in to see my lock and my bike missing along with another bike.

Scott Speedster 2008 model S60 FB. Aluminum, black with white and red lettering.

Location

230 W. Monroe
230 W. Monroe, loading doc
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, August 30, 2010 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
FBH8JZ (or 2) - 29496 / EN 14781
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2008 model S60 FB. Aluminum, black with white and red lettering. Perfect condition, less then 2 years old. Flat bar. Rapid fire shifters. SPD pedals. Wired cadence meter.

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?: 
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?: 
for the day
Incident Description: 
Rode to work. There's a guard on the dock (supposedly) until 3PM.

Cannondale

Location

Lakeview Residence
1517 W. Cornelia Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 28, 2010 - 11:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
5' 8" Medium Frame
Color: 
Blue/Aqua
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue and Aqua "tie-die" look. Blue tape wrapped around the handlebars. Black, round sticker on base of the bike for a bike shop in Warren, PA.

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 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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 Day
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to a railing on back stairwell of apartment building. Not in plain sight of alleyway, so I'm thinking it was someone who lives in my building/was visiting my building. Image provided is similar to my bike, but the colors are blue and aqua.

Blue Cycles / Model TR-250

Location

My front yard
2617 N. Francisco
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 29, 2010 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
~58 cm.
Color: 
Metallic Teal w/ Dogs
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Aluminum frame with wide, blade-like tubing. The bike is painted with a metallic teal undercoat and is covered with dozens of dog decals. The decals are raised a bit, so the edges could be felt even if the bike was painted over, The words "Who Let The Dogs Out?" are on one of the chainstays in raised red decals. The crankset is also distinctive: Sugino Grand Mighty's in a champagne anodized color. Pedals are SPDs. The saddle is a custom-made Fizik Arione in a red/fluorescent colorway. The front wheel is a radial-laced Shimano, and the rear wheel is a DT Swiss RR 1.1 rim laced to a low-flange black anodized Phil Wood hub. The handlebars say "Team Beerd" on them and are unusually narrow (38 cm).

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 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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
I locked this bike to a tree before going to bed. The tree had been sawn through and the bike was missing when I woke up the next morning.

Jamis Coda Elite '10

Location

2nd Floor Porch
1632 N Damen Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 28, 2010 - 10:51pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
u97421845
Size: 
19"
Color: 
White/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New. Two months old. Stock clipless pedals swapped out for regular metal pedals (no clips).

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?: 
NA
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen off second story porch between 12am-8am.

Jamis Commuter 1

Location

Residence
West Newport Avenue, Apt. 3 Chicago, IL 60657
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 28, 2010 - 8:41pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
HS488254
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition. Distinguishing features include chrome bicycle bell on left handlebar, black bike rack above rear wheel, and black cotton seat.

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 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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
The bicycle a Jamie Commuter 1 had fixed wheel locks on both tires so its frame was U locked to a wrought iron fence in front of my personal residence at 849 W. Newport Ave. Chicago, IL 60657. It was last seen securely locked at the location described on Saturday, August 28 at 2:30 p.m. CT. When I came out of my residence on Sunday, August 29 at 11:00 a.m., the bike was no longer there and the wrought iron fence had been cut in two places so that the thief lifted the bike and ulock over the main pole, through the cuts in the wrought iron and took the property.

Specialized Hardrock

Location

garage
2545 N. Saint Louis Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
P8AQ11970
Size: 
21 inch frame, Medium size
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
bike has a water bottle holder and bar ends

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?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
Thief jumped over our alley facing fence climbing on our garbage can and kicked the garage door open. We believe the thief has been casing the garages on our street.

2007 Trek Womens Front Suspension

Location

Clyborn Metra Train Station off of Ashland
Ahsland
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 29, 2010 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Steel blue and grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand New, BARLEY used. Some scrape marks on the front gear shifters and scrapes on the left side of the frame.

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
The bike was locked to frame with front wheel to object from 5:40 pm till return of 11pm at clyborn metra station
Incident Description: 
We had left on the trail at aproximatly 5:48 pm to go to Ravinia Music Festival. The bike was interlock by the frame of two bikes as well as with with another lock, connected to the object,"bike post" winding through the front tires and front frames of two bikes. When we arrive back to the train station they where gone. The two bikes where efficiently locked up and secured to the designated Chicago bike parking area off of Ashland near the Clybourn Metra train stop under the bridge. The bike locks had been cut and removed. No bike locks where left behind. There where two other secured bikes next to where ours where parked that had not been stolen. Both bike where mountain bikes that where new. My bike was a 2007 womens blue/grey Trek front suspension Trek Mountain Bike and my friends was a mens,red and black oleder, Mens Trek Mountain Bike with a red back cargo basket. Please help us locate our stolen bikes. Thank You.

REI Novara 2007

Location

Union Pacific Clyborn Metra station
Ashland and Clyborn
Chicago , IL
United States
Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 28, 2010 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
large
Color: 
Blue/black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
new REI Novara Mt. Bike with simple black cargo rack on back. Male frame. Toe Baskets on pedals. Push click gear change. Shocks in front. I use this bike to commute.

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked my Novara Bike and my girlfriend's bike to bike rack on Ashland at Metra station before going to Ravinia music festival. Upon return at midnight, both bikes were gone with locks.

2010 Scattante Americano One Single Speed Road Bike - Courier Series

Location

RESIDENCE HALLWAY-
2411 W WALTON
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, August 16, 2010 - 9:58pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
ICFJ10C00222
Size: 
54
Color: 
WHITE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1.5 WEEKS OLD. BLACK RACK ATTACHED TO BACK - ALL CHROME 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?: 
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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4-5 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from inside of my apartment building. I had the bike u-locked to a nine foot wooden ladder. When I left for work at 5:30am, the entire ladder was gone-along with my bike. I found the ladder at the end of my alley with the ladder sawed in half. Thief also took my Chuck Taylor sneakers as well.

2010 Trek 7.1 fx

Location

My Apartment
1624 west fullerton
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 26, 2010 - 9:14pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
22.5
Color: 
Matte Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, all stock

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 a wooden pole, railing, 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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
My fenced in, locked parking lot was broken into overnight. My bike alone with at least one other was stolen by prying apart the wooden railing they were locked to. The last I saw it was around 5 pm when I got home from work. Found it was missing the next morning around 6:45 am when I was leaving for work.

Wildwood diamondback CI II

Location

Diversey Brown Line station
943 W. Diversey Parkway
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, August 27, 2010 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
07E0014750
Size: 
women's small 13" or 14"
Color: 
Red/Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In good condition. The bike is equipped with a basket, but it didn't have that on it the day was stolen. It still had the protective plastic on the front emblem - light blue. there was a gun lock on the front tire. Had shocks on the front and back.

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?: 
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?: 
I dropped it off at 8AM and returned 8PM same day.
Incident Description: 
I rode my bike to the Diversey Brown line station at 8AM locked my bike and took the train to work. I returned to the train station at 8:30 PM from work and found my bike missing. I think that the bike lock was either picked, or they had a clipper/saw that broke the skinny part of the bike body and then stole my bike. Other bikes were there that morning. The area is blocked so perhaps its an easy place to hide tools while trying to steal a bike.

Fuji Track Bike

Location

South Loop
State Street and 8th Street
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, August 27, 2010 - 8:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
n/a
Size: 
53cm
Color: 
Red and silver/white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black bullhorn handles w/front brake on left bar, and back brake on right handle* Double drink holder under seat. Dual pedals. Athletic tape on right handle. Clear tape securing brake cables to the top 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 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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than 1hr.
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked outside, corner of XSport Fitness. Upon return, another bike was locked where mine used to be. Rider stated he had parked it one hour earlier, and noticed the cut lock, no bike. Based on the timeframe, the bike was stolen shortly after I locked it. Note, image is not of the original bike (handles are different). Bike is flipped to free wheel. Lots of sentimental value. I'm sure this will get sold immediately or fixed up to look different. Please help!

Trek 820 Men's Mountain Bike

Location

Ravenswood Metra stop
1800 W. Lawrence
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 26, 2010 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Blue gradient
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Older bike, but in good condition - cared for and loved since I was 13. Air pump attached. Two water bottle holders - black metal and blue plastic. Has a pedometer sensor on front wheel spokes, although no pedometer.

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?: 
9 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to rack under Metra overpass at Ravenswood station on Lawrence Ave. Bike was locked and last seen at around 8:45 am and discovered missing at 5:45 pm.

2005 Trek 3700

Location

1915 N Larrabee St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 18, 2010 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
C45AQ250
Size: 
19.5"
Color: 
Green/Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Green/Gray women's bike, lock attached to handle bars, front and rear light, rear fender, hybrid 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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was left unlocked in front of window at residence for 30 minutes, upon return bike was missing

Redline Conquest Sport

Location

225 W Wacker Drive Parking Garage
225 W Wacker Drive
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 24, 2010 - 7:09am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54
Color: 
Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brown and Black Redline Cyclocross Bike. Bike was in good condtion with normal wear and tear on frame and pedals. Black electrical tape was on frame in numerous spots.

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 Hours
Incident Description: 
Security video shows white male enter parking garage at 12:09 pm and begin to grind U-Lock. Sparks are visible on video footage. Suspect rides of on bicycle at 12:15 pm.

Jamis Aurora

Location

Pole outside apartment
N. Campbell and W. Wilson
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U79U13228
Size: 
50 cm
Color: 
Beige and copper
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good, paint rather chipped but ran excellent. It had front and rear racks, fenders, a Terry saddle, double wrapped handlebars and pieces of balloon stuck everywhere. There is also a computer mount with no computer. It has clipless and platform pedals.

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?: 
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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
I came home late last night and secured my bike to the pole. I usually bring it indoors or into the basement but I locked it outdoors last night. When I went outside this morning to go to work the bike was gone and the lock was there, cut.

Specialized Globe Carmel 1 (Ladies)

Location

condo garage
Irving Park (between Ashland and Southport)
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 4:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
P9FAH0822
Size: 
16L
Color: 
light blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new (only 2 months old). Excellent condition. Ladies light blue step-through frame. The tires, handlebars, and seat are all a whitish gray color. 21 gears. Black front and rear fenders. Three-basket system in the back, including two black collapsible side baskets, and one black removable basket with handle. Bicycle bell on right handlebar with Hello Kitty image. Odometer holder (without the odometer in it) on right handlebar. Holder for U-lock attached to frame.

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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from our locked indoor garage spot. Garage holds parking spots for a 15-unit condo. Bike was locked to itself with a U-lock. Bike was likely taken because it was brand new. Bike was taken with U-lock, basket, helmet, and bungee cords. Theft happened sometime between 9:15am and 3pm on Wednesday, August 25.

2007 Bianchi Brava (Red) 48CM

Location

Across the street from Cafe Mustache
2314 N Milwaukee
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 9:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
48CM
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In almost new condition. Only minor scratches along down tube from lock wear. Time pedals, black beetle light, silver water bottle cage, with green/silver bottle, otherwise all stock.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Image is stock, not of my bike. I was in the cafe for approx two hours. At 2:45 PM someone walked in and said they had just seen a bike stolen. He watched someone cut my lock with an angle grinder and take the lock/helmet. The person rode my bike up the street to the BP at California and Fullerton. The passerby followed the person to the BP where he saw him put the bike into the back of a baby blue toyota previa minivan (early 90s?) license plate H82 1472. He got a picture, which he gave to me, but the officer that took my police report wouldn't take the plate number because I didn't take the picture myself.