Recent Reports

Panasonic (Fixed Gear Conversion)

Location

3923 N Lavergne Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
61cm
Color: 
BABY BLUE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This is a Panasonic road frame that I converted to single-speed 7 years ago. It has Weinmann DP18 white rims laced to gold anodized hubs, with black spokes. Selle Italia saddle, gold Origin8 sprocket, silver Origin8 crankset, black gloss threaded stem with a downward angle, two carbon spacers betwixt the headset, drop bars with an ergo-flat spot on the drops, and black track grips. There is a white sticker on the head tube with a sketch of Jesus, and white sticker on the downtube that says "LoveLife". It is scratched throughout the frame, with red and orange paint showing underneath. Very large frame. Leather bag in photo was not on bicycle during the time of theft.

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?: 
Under an hour
Incident Description: 
New to the city, I was riding home, and missed my turn and turned into the next major intersection that I recognized. I then pulled onto Lavergne to regroup and figure out my location. In what I can only presume to be a narcoleptic-like moment, I fell asleep while doing so, leaving my precious bike unlocked next to me. I came to nearly and hour later to find my bike missing and my ULOCK (which was tucked in the back of my pants before dozing off) on the sidewalk about 15 feet from me.

Nishiki Sport

Location

BJB apartments
Pratt Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 1, 2016 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
green/seafoam
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fixie, gold fixie wheel in back, front wheel had black spoked with TWO red spokes. White seat. Silver Rack behind seat. Straight handlebars. old gearshift still on handlebars, used only as a brake.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30 days
Incident Description: 
Sometime in May-July, someone somehow entered my apartment building, got into the bike room (you need a key) and took multiple bikes. Mine was one of those bikes.

Pure Fix Original

Location

2205 W. Ohio St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 19, 2016 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Gray Frame w/ Blueish/Purple Rims
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Front wheel has Kryptonite Locknuts installed. Seat is a stella seat.

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?: 
5 minutes

Schwinn Admiral

Location

Apartment
1300 N. Greenview Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Light blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Light blue frame with cruiser handle bars and silver wheel covers

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 wooden pole, railing, or fence.

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?: 
A few days
Incident Description: 
Found the cut cable lock early Friday morning (8/19). Thief left the bike next to it alone (u-locked).

Specialized Sirrus

Location

Prenctice Hospital
245 E Chicago Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
En14764
Size: 
27 inch
Color: 
Black with blue lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. With bike rack.

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?: 
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?: 
Early morning
Incident Description: 
Locked outside Northwestern Prentice hopital on Chicago Ave.

Huffy

Location

Midway
6229 S kolin
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 15, 2016 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Its a green frame with Huffy spelled on the frame. The seat is custom bought from Walmart. The seat is larger for better cushion.
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Worn but still usable.

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?: 
4 Days ago
Incident Description: 
While I slept a criminal trespassed my yard and stole the bike. From there he open the garage door and took of.

GT Blue

Location

Uptown
5018 N Sheridan
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It had a flat tire when it was stolen but otherwise good condition.

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: 
Bike was on the third floor of our back porch in a locked gate.

Schwinn Green Vintage

Location

Uptown
5018 N Sheridan
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Orange tape 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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
2 bikes were on the back porch of our third floor apartment building. Yard was locked.

Bianchi Via Nirone Tiagra

Location

Residence Garage
North Ave & Wood Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 10, 2016 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WBK079956G
Size: 
55cm
Color: 
White with black and red detailing
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In great condition. White handles, white seat. White cat eye bike light in the front.

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?: 
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?: 
Over night.
Incident Description: 
Bike was put away in the shared garage around 5:45 - 6pm on 8/10 and when I returned at 10am on 8/11 the garage doors were open and the bike was gone.

Kona Hybrid

Location

2621 N California Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 17, 2016 - 8:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
AJ30135987
Size: 
49 (I think)
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bell is broken/missing the top. The bike also has wheel wells and a back rack. The bike was stolen with the lock and my green Nutcase helmet.

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?: 
Less than a week. I rode it last on 8/10/16 and noticed it missing on 8/18/16
Incident Description: 
The bike was stored in a locked garage. I rode it last on 8/10/16 and noticed it missing on 8/18/16.

Trek 7.2 FX

Location

1 W Superior St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 1, 2016 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
49
Color: 
red/crimson
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
had a wtb seat, titan wheels, regular pedals and gatorskin tires

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was inside back seat of my car, car was locked.

Centurion Turbo 1984

Location

Humboldt Park
Hirsch
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 16, 2016 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Men's large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black with red tape on the handlebars (if it hasn't been removed). Racing bike

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

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: 
The bike was parked in the back yard which is enclosed by a locked fence. The only way to gain access to the yard is with a key or to hop the fence with a boost from a second person.

Cannondale Caffiene 29r

Location

Econo Lodge By the Falls
5781 Victoria Ave
Niagara Falls , ON
Canada
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 6, 2016 - 1:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
R142096
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Hard tail front lefty shock (shock was leaking fluid)

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 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?: 
over night
Incident Description: 
Hotel Camera was right over bike. Desk of hotel was facing the bike.

Columbia Sports III

Location

Home
5017 N Winchester Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 17, 2016 - 8:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
unknown
Size: 
Medium sized
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
BIke is in fairly good shape for its age. 3-speed hub. Has colorful cloth pennants along frame. Has a rear bike rack with a wicker basket attached and a pug pennant on the back. Yellow tassels on the bike rack. Rear wheel was locked to frame with heavy duty NYC U-lock. Also had a small combo lock attached to the wicker basket.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Storage room.
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?: 
Last seen Monday 8/15/2016.
Incident Description: 
I store my bike in the basement of my apartment building which is locked, and there is a locked gate around our building. I came down tonight and saw my bike was missing. A neighbors bike which is kept right next to mine was also missing. My bike had a heavy-duty U-lock locking the back wheel to the frame so it is not possible that someone rode away on the bike. One of my neighbors was moving out today so I initially thought the movers grabbed the bikes by accident thinking they belonged to her but she is fairly certain they did not take the bikes. The basement where the bikes are stored is loaded with all kinds of tools and higher-priced items so it's hard to believe they were stolen - especially considering my bike was un-ridable and the other bike was covered in dust and the tires were completely flat. I plan on contacting my neighbor's moving company tomorrow morning.

Trek verve 3

Location

office building
300 s wacker
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 17, 2016 - 4:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
25 inch
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new. Bontrager seat rack. Double kick stand. Bontrager water bottle holder

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
7 hours
Incident Description: 
Not much to say. Came out of work and the bike was gone along with the lock. Building says no cameras.

Specialized Hardrock

Location

Drew House
2111 Keeney St.
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 10, 2016 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
p4cf41906
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
fair, skipped one of the gears when shifted

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?: 
4 days
Incident Description: 
We aren't sure, but the bike was last used August 10, 2016. We realized it was missing on 8/17/16.

specialized crosstrail

Location

2601 w armitage
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 17, 2016 - 8:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
large
Color: 
black with white forks
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
black bike with white forks. grey thule childseat attached to bike (it was locked on).

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?: 
less than five minutes
Incident Description: 
dropped off son at daycare at armitage and rockwell. made poor decision not to lock bike thinking other people around would protect bike from being stolen; but it was taken in front of them anyway. it was ridden south on rockwell to wabansia where someone found my discarded bike bag with all my belongings - but no bike. keep an eye out on the 606 and in the west bucktown/humboldt park/logan square area. thanks.

RECOVERED Motobecane Century Comp

Location

Logan Square
2624 N Albany Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 17, 2016 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
55cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2010 Motobecane Century Comp carbon fiber road bike 2.8 Pound Monocoque High Modulus Carbon Fiber Semi-Compact frame with replaceable derailleur hanger, 2x H2O bosses Full Carbon Frame FSA Aluminum Cranks Shimano Wheels Ritchey Bar, Stem Carbon Post Orange handlebar wrap Frame wrapped in blue EL Wire

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Stolen between midnight and 6am on 8/17/2016 from back stairwell of apartment building 2624 N Albany Ave RECOVERY NOTE: Bike located and recovered at Swap O Rama (41st & Ashland) 3-4 days post-theft.

Trek 520

Location

Home
2624 N Albany
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 17, 2016 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
17"
Color: 
Burnt Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bicycle was in extremely good condition. Rear rack and pannier mounts, bontrager faux-leather bar tape. 32c tires.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

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?: 
6 hr
Incident Description: 
Bike was hanging in locked apartment entryway, and was stolen between 11:30 PM and 6:00 AM.

Trek Pilot 1.2 WSD

Location

Home
2624 N Albany
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 17, 2016 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
43 cm
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very small, 650c wheels. Continental GP4000 S II tires front and rear. Freehub sounds like it's about to explode. Orange bar tape and orange bottle cage. Unicorn stickers on top tube by the stem. Scratches on the frame.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

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?: 
6 hr
Incident Description: 
Bicycle was hanging in locked apartment entryway, and was stolen between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.