Recent Reports

Bridgestone 450

Location

Chicago/Western
800 N Western Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 19, 2015 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
60
Color: 
red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
My bicycle was stolen last night; it was a red bridgestone 450 covered in stickers. last seen it had a front rack, sram 300s crankset, white rear wheel and red front wheel velocity deep Vs, 9speed, straight bars w 9speed thumb shift and blue anodized brake levers.

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 a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
nope
Incident Description: 
Got jumped at Chicago/Western...

Trek

Location

My office
303 W Erie
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Really large/thick tires. Had a headlight & tail light. 5 or 6 years old, definitely wear (slight rust), however it wasn't ridden for years so it looks nice.

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?: 
maybe 4 hours
Incident Description: 
I had locked up my bike to the bike rack outside of my office and in front of Tippling Hall. When i came down to leave for the day it was gone as well as the lock.

Dark blue road bike

Location

Lakeview
3250 N Seminary ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 20, 2015 - 2:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
I don't have it
Size: 
52
Color: 
navy blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
looks brand new. black tires, black seat, black handle bars

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 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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 days
Incident Description: 
Must have happened over night. I woke up to take my dog out and it was gone. I had my U lock to my frame and front wheel along with a wired lock that went around my back wheel, the porch and through the U lock so it was pretty secure.

Soma Rush Single Speed

Location

2305 North Spaulding Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 15, 2015 - 2:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
52 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White All City fork, Sturmey archer cranks, Weinmann DP18 wheel set, Origin8 components and a selle royale saddle. Large black SEINFELD sticker on downtube.

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?: 
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?: 
See above
Incident Description: 
The thieves came in through a first floor window, stole three bicycles and left through the front door.

Leader 722 - Custom Build

Location

2305 N Spaulding Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 14, 2015 - 11:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
No decals on frame with paint chipping. Leader 722 frame, SRAM Omnium cranks, Cinelli Vai seatpost and stem, Selle Italia Turbo saddle (brown and ripped), H Plus Son SL42 wheelset, generic BMX 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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Bike stolen from inside residence
Incident Description: 
Bike lost as a victim to home invasion - thieves entered through front window into the residence and stole the bicycle.

Cannondale Synapse 5

Location

Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 19, 2015 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
HA0XA07539
Size: 
56 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New bike. Disc brakes.

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?: 
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 hours
Incident Description: 
Bicycle locked in middle of bike racks amidst a populous and crowded location in broad daylight.

SE Draft Lite 2154385049

Location

Sheffield's Beer and Wine Garden
3258 N Sheffield
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - 12:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
WBD237L2100K
Size: 
49
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Only used for a month and 2 weeks. Had a skull and crossbones bell on left handlebar. Navy blue with SE logo in baby blue on frame and near back wheel. Black and blue tires.

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 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?: 
3-4 hours.
Incident Description: 
Three guys came up to my bike and cut the lock I had around my frame, front wheel, and pole. They tried to ride it away and realized I had a U-Lock on my back tire and frame. They moved to the alley and tried to cut the lock but were unsuccessful. One guy hoisted my bike on to his shoulder and they all rode off down the alley. They were caught on cameras the whole time. My boss is turning the video over to the cops tomorrow, once he burns it to a USB drive.

2014 Fuji Absolute 3.0

Location

N Southport
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 16, 2015 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WBD019L11255
Size: 
SM 17
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, pedals are bent some. 24 speed. Blue writing on bike. May have U-Lock around the fork, although I'm sure it was sawed off.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
They ripped the bike from the railing, taking a post from our railing with it. U lock was taken with bike, although I am sure they disposed of it.

6KU Nebula Black/Gold Fixed/Single Speed

Location

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

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
58 CM
Color: 
Black frame with gold rims.
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new. About 3 months old. Front wheel was detached so most likely the back tire still will be in with the gold rim.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked bike at 12 pm. Came back from work at 9:30 and bike was gone. Was not thinking and put lock through the tire and fork to the bike rack. Front tire was detached and that was that.

Sole Single Speed Mint Green Bicycle

Location

Humboldt Park
3209 W Hirsch St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 15, 2015 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
52 cm
Color: 
Opalescent Mint Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used but in pretty good condition, opalescent mint green frame with white seat. Brand is Sole which is written on seat. Has two white stripes near top of down tube.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Three months
Incident Description: 
Railing to wooden porch on second story of the back of my apartment building was removed and bike and locks taken.

NEXT 24 Inch Mountain bike

Location

House
53rd and Wood
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 17, 2015 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
24 Inch Next mountain bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Semi new, The left handle is lighlty torn.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 Days
Incident Description: 
Had it in my back porch seems they got in from the rear and took it, I had 2 bikes including the NEXT bike they decided to take that one instead. All black Says NEXT.

Specialized Sectuer Sport

Location

Apartment
1744 W Augusta Blvd #2
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 15, 2015 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
wsbc60127476i
Size: 
58
Color: 
Silver with Black and Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Overall in good shape, only 1 year old. The left handlebar tape was coming loose and needed redone. Has a small light on the front and a water bottle cage attached to the frame. The bike also has locking skewers for the front and back wheels.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Primary storage location
Incident Description: 
The bike was on my 2nd floor back porch locked to the metal porch using a heavy duty bicycle chain. The porch area is only accessible thru a garage entrance in the rear of the building via the alleyway and is locked with a security code or thru a locked gate around the front of the building on Augusta Ave. The thief must have either known the code to the garage or climbed over the gate. They cut thru the lock and stole the bike off the porch leaving behind 2 other bikes (1 has a top of the line Kryptonite U-Lock and the other bike is worthless). The theft occurred sometime between Friday morning and Sunday night. My roommates and I were all out of town during this time period.

Haro Gravity

Location

Residence
5331 N. Bernard
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 16, 2015 - 12:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
n/a
Size: 
men's
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition, stirrup on right pedal only, cable (lockless) around seat post, metal water bottle holder attached to frame, portable drink "cuzzie" strapped to handlebar right. 24 gear Shimano gears

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Bike was unlocked
Incident Description: 
Bike was absentmindedly left unlocked in backyard of 5331 N. Bernard St, 60625 approx. noon on Sat Aug. 15. I went to work that night and in the afternoon of Aug. 16, did not realize the bike was missing until 6 p.m. Sunday. Bike was not visible from street, but thief entered through the single gateway, apparently left the same way, out to street. Found my Kryptonite u-bolt lock on the sidewalk alongside house. Lock had been hanging on the handlebars, locked, the place I put (it) while riding. Reported to 17th Dist. police (311), and told staff at the bike shop at Bryn Mawr/Western about the theft, just in case thief might try to sell it there.

Fuji Feather

Location

1940 N Kedzie, Apt 2
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 18, 2015 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WBD169L0023K
Size: 
49cm
Color: 
Black frame, black handle tape, brown leather saddle
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, three month old Fuji Feather purchased from Kozy Cyclery on Milwaukee. All black frame, forest green Fuji font, brown leather saddle, road / drop bars (with black tape). Aluminum chain. small sticker of a border collie on the top of frame.

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?: 
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?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Early morning, bike was stolen outside of my place of residence at Armitage & Kedzie . Piece of the Kryptonite U-lock was left at the scene. Bike was left outside for only a few hours during a thunderstorm.

Masi- Brev wheel (Parts Theft)

Location

Hollywood beach
Lakeshore drive and Bryn Mawr
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 17, 2015 - 1:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
Silver wheel
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
BREV brand back wheel . Silver with Brev written all over in black. Brand new continental back tire.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Masi bike locked through front tire to rack. Back stolen. Back is a bolt, not quick release so someone had a wrench and removed chain, cog. Brand new continental tire stolen with Brev wheel.

Diamondback Outlook

Location

Chicago Union Station
Jackson Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 15, 2015 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Silverish-Bronze
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used but good condition, traction on back tire is pretty worn down.

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?: 
2-3 days
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked outside of Union Station in Chicago, and I think it was either stolen when it was left overnight or the police took it. Since it was only there for a few nights, it makes more sense that it was stolen.

Fuji Newest 3.0

Location

Lincoln Square
Claremont and Argyle
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 17, 2015 - 6:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Grey, green and white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White handlebars, extra set of brakes on front handles. Front and back tire are different because I just had the front wheel stolen approx 3 weeks ago. Black seat - different from in pic. Bike looks pretty new except for the recent dirt.

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?: 
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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1-2 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was gone as of Aug 17 around 6 p.m. from back yard. Could have been stolen anytime from evening of August 15 to Aug 17 6:00pm.

Canondale Quick

Location

Logan Square
2633 1/2 N Spaulding Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 16, 2015 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
NM53244
Size: 
15 in
Color: 
red and white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
three years old, carbon fork

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
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?: 
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?: 
2 months
Incident Description: 
Front door of building was broken into and railing that the bike was chained to was broken

Jamis Citizen 2014

Location

865 W Cornelia Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 16, 2015 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
Y13F008063
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Burgundy
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Rear bike rack. Front mount for basket rack.

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?: 
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?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Someone came into our locked and gated side/rear entryway cut the bike loose and stole it.

Trek 700

Location

122 S Leavitt
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 4, 2015 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
White with blue/silver/green decals
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used with newer accessories

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
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?: 
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?: 
On and off for a couple weeks
Incident Description: 
Bike was left at home during the day. Came home from work and bike was gone.