Recent Reports

Giant Defy II

Location

Lincoln Park Zoo
2200 North Cannon Drive
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 15, 2012 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
GT9G0618
Size: 
Medium/Large
Color: 
Blue/White/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is predominately blue. It has a blue bottom bar with black lettering and white top bar. I rode this bike across the country so it means a lot to me and has a bit of wear and tear. The frame is marked up quite a bit with black smudges and some of the paint worn off. There is one specific mark on the top bar near the seat post. I used to ride with my bike chain wrapped around the seat post and it wore the paint down at the spot. Before it was stolen, the bike had a very distinct red, white, and blue spotted grip tape on the handle bars. There was also a USA ribbon tied to the bars. I had the following upgrades added to the bike… - Shimano SPD Pedals - Specialized Seat - Gator Skin tires - A wireless CatEye sensor was left on the fork. I took the wheel sensor and the actual computer off before locking the bike up. The mount for the computer was tied to the stem. I believe there was also a Bokoo Bikes sticker on it from where I purcahsed the bike.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Rode my bike to the zoo. Came out after a couple hours and it was gone.

Magna

Location

5447 N. Wayne Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 14, 2012 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Adult female
Color: 
Pink/Fuchsia
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, just the regular wear and tear. Bright fuchsia color.

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?: 
The bike was in backyard for a day or two.
Incident Description: 
One of two bikes that was in our backyard leaning against the house. Both the front and back gates were locked, and showed no sign of damage. Assuming that someone jumped the fence.

Specialized Dolce Elite

Location

Apartment Building
680 N. Lakeshore Dr
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 14, 2012 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC602341103F
Size: 
51cm
Color: 
White/Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like New. Dirt and Wear on the white handlebar tape. White Shimano clip pedals.

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?: 
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?: 
10hrs
Incident Description: 
I believe the lock was cut or picked. A washer piece from the lock fell off during the process and it has a gash through it like it was cut through or a tool was used to hold the lock while they picked it.

Schwinn Le Tour

Location

Gotham Lofts
420 S Clinton St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 6:38pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56 cm
Color: 
silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1 year old. good condition. blue stripes on tires.

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?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
stolen from secure bike room in my building.

Found. You tell me what it is.

Location

Oasis Bar
Pratt and Sheridan
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 15, 2012 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
I found a bike in front of The Oasis (Pratt and Sheridan) last night/early this morning that was leaned against a pole for a while with no one watching it. I brought it home in an attempt to find it's rightful owner. If you were up there and lost a bike, let me know. If you can describe it, I'd be more than happy to get it back to you.

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?: 
A while... I don't know. I was drinking.
Incident Description: 
Someone left their poor bike all alone for someone to take. Your bike is now in my living room, crying softly, waiting for you to come and claim it. It's so sad...

Trek

Location

Andersonville
5447 N. Wayne Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 14, 2012 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
adule male
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Older Trek bike. Handle bars have paint scrapes from being somewhat loose at the center. There is also a front mounted child seat attached. A wide metal bar attached from the handle bars to under the bike seat, with a seat for a toddler that screws into the mount.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
The bike was in backyard for a day or two.
Incident Description: 
One of two bikes that was in our backyard leaning against the house. Both the front and back gates were locked, and showed no sign of damage. Assuming that someone jumped the fence.

Trek Bodega

Location

The bike rack very close to the property of Wendella boat tours.
400 North Lower Michigan Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 15, 2012 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU174C1187F
Size: 
22.5
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In very good condition. Forward and back wheel mud guards. Special safety lock screws for the wheels.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from the bike rack just west of Lower Michigan Avenue and just north of the River.

Trek Bontrager

Location

Millenium Park
Randolph and Michigan Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 15, 2012 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU297C0147E
Color: 
White, Silver and Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Targa Grip/Bar End, Speedometer/mile tracker, water bottle holder. Bicycle is only two years old, in perfect condition.

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?: 
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?: 
3 hour
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked in the middle of the other two other bikers I was with. 3 hours later, came back my bike was gone and the other two bikes were still atached to the rack. Bike rack was located right near the double decker tour booth on the corner of Randolph and Michigan Ave.

Gray Fisher Tiburon and Gary Fisher Piranha

Location

Lincoln Park
Webster and Clifton
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 13, 2012 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
Piranha: C85FP101 Tiburon:?
Size: 
Piranha 17.5, Tiburon: ?
Color: 
Piranha: Blue w/ Orange, Tiburon: Green w/grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Both bikes were in great shape. The Pirahna had silver bar ends, two black water bottle cages, a seat saddle, and peddles with tow clips. The Tiburon had two silver water bottle cages, seat saddle, and saddle bag holders. Both bikes had Kryptonite U-Locks on them.

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
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: 
Both bikes were chained together with a Giant SureLock heavy duty chain. They were secured around a metal pole that holds up our deck, so it couldnt be moved. The chain was taken with the bikes, which leads me to believe that they have some sort of way of picking the lock. We loved those bikes and I hope someone catches those jerks.

Trek 7.3 fx

Location

Apt Garage
Racine and Webster
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 13, 2012 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
22.5
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition with black bar ends. Detachable light on front, water bottle holder on frame, and mount for a kryptonite lock on frame. A Village Cycle sticker was also on the frame.

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 days
Incident Description: 
Assuming someone left the garage door open

1974 Schwinn Traveler

Location

noble square
greenview
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 15, 2012 - 9:17am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
57cm
Color: 
light blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used, lots of dings to top tube, some rust at juncture of top tube and down tube. Velocity deep V rims (blue) Front brake only Yellow foot cage straps Yellow racing seat Half wrapped drop down bars (black grip tape) Hardware screw used to clamp handlebars into stem Earlier era Schwinn "S" logo stem

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?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Bike left on back porch with locked gate. Wooden fence enclosing porch broken through

Surly Steamroller

Location

1215 N Greenview Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 14, 2012 - 8:47pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
About 50 cm
Color: 
Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2009/2010 - fatty white wheels, white grip tape, black seat. One speed with brakes added.

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?: 
Over night
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen over night from back porch. Locked wooden fence broken down.

2012 Cannondale Synapse 6 Tiagra

Location

Hubbard and Lasalle
Hubbard and Lasalle
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 14, 2012 - 4:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
N/A
Size: 
48cm
Color: 
Teal/White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Nearly brand new. Wheel stickers were removed and the bike was equipped with big black bmx pedals.

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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
less than 2 hours since it'd last been checked on.
Incident Description: 
Happened on a very busy street while I was at work, I'd checked on the bike twice before...third time I came out it was gone.

Specialized Hardrock

Location

apartmen
3508 W. Wilson Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 13, 2012 - 4:40am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
NA
Size: 
16" Frame
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is in perfect (like-new) condition except for flat tires--used as back-up bike when usual bike needs repairs.

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?: 
5 years
Incident Description: 
Burglars entered Albany Park apartment through rear window off back porch, which they may have accessed by scaling wooden fence between apartment building back patio and the neighbor's yard, between 9:40 am and 5:30pm. The thieves took all electronics (3 laptops, 2 I-Pods, and a Kobo e-reader), some jewelry, a maroon Chicago Golden Gloves title belt, and another bike (a dark blue Specialized Hardrock SS) in addition to the one in this report. The burglars also took a gray Everlast gym bag, presumably to carry the stuff, and it seems as though they left via the front door. Front door to apartment was unlocked when I arrive home and the rear window was open but not enough to allow a human to exit.

Specialized Hardrock SS

Location

home apartment
3508 W. Wilson Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 13, 2012 - 4:40am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
P4FM40085
Size: 
15" Frame
Color: 
Dark blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is a dark blue Specialized Hardrock SS (single speed) with disk brakes, in excellent condition except for some repair/adjustment needed to rear brake and low air in the tires (hadn't been ridden in a while due to brake issue), purchased in 2006. Wheels are not quick-release.

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 years
Incident Description: 
The burglars entered Albany Park first floor apartment through a rear window off the back porch, having gotten into the locked back patio area, possibly by scaling the wooden fence between the apartment building and the neighbor's yard between 9:40 am and 5:30 pm on Friday, July 13. They took all electronics (3 laptops, 2 I-Pods and a Kobo e-reader), a maroon Golden Gloves title belt, some jewelry and two bicycles, including the one in this report and a 15" red Specialized Hardrock 21-speed mountain bike. They stole a gray Everlast gym bag to carry the stuff and appear to have left via the front door; front door to apartment was unlocked when I arrived home.

Trek 7.2 FX

Location

77 West Huron Apartments
77 W Huron St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 14, 2012 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU318C3372H
Size: 
20 inch
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New (2012). Locking skewers on both tires. Water bottle holder. Was locked with a Kryptonite u-lock.

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 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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
36 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike to two thick steel cables in the parking garage at 77 W Huron at approximately 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Jule 13. It was missing, along with the lock, at 7:45 a.m. On Sunday, July 15.

GT Transeo LTD

Location

Alley Garage off of Blackhawk Ave.
1343 N. Ashland Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 14, 2012 - 5:51am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Medium Frame
Color: 
Green/Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new bike that had only been ridden a handful of times. Mounted an 11" U-Lock to the frame. Water bottle holder. Shimano Nexus 8 gear internal hub system on back tire. Quick release front tire.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
At the most, about a day and a half.
Incident Description: 
I left the bike in my locked garage before leaving for a weekend trip Friday evening. Upon returning around 10:30 Sunday morning, the garage door was open, the small window on the side of the garage was broke and the metal grate behind the window had been pushed in and was laying on the ground. Nothing else was taken or touched from the garage.

Fuji S-12S

Location

Back patio of 3572 W Lyndale
3572 W Lyndale
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 14, 2012 - 6:10pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58 cm
Color: 
Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Planet bike fenders, black rear rack, black bar wraps, new rear dérailleur shimano that's really cheap and bulky, black fake leather seat with a chunk of leather missing from the back right side (if you're on the bike), frame is probably 80's, black zip tie on head tube with red badge that reads RP, rear wheel is aluminum, front is chrome steel, downtube shifters, 12 speed, back right chain stay there's a mount for a light, front right handlebar another light mount.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
45 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was unlocked, but behind an 8 foot tall locked fence. Unfortunately bike was visible from alley. Bike was only left unattended for under 45 minutes.

Green Mercier KiloTT

Location

810 N. Oakley Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 12, 2012 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
small- for 5'2" person
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Pretty much brand new, just some dirt; all stock parts; drop bars wrapped in black tape.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12 Hrs.
Incident Description: 
Bike was U-locked in back cove of apartment, behind large gate, not in view from alley. Locked to wooden fire escape; they broke the wood off and slipped the ulock under it.

Raleigh Misceo Hybrid

Location

UIC School of Art & Architecture
845 West Harrison Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 13, 2012 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
U119K03705
Color: 
Black-Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
excellent condition/new/5 months old. reflectors but no lights. black/rubber Bordo folding lock container (2"x4") on inner cross beam. The Bordo folding lock was missing along with the bike. locked down handlebar/seat/tires

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other U-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?: 
approximately 4 hours while taking a class on UIC campus.
Incident Description: 
I ride my bike each day to the UIC Art & Architecture building where I am enrolled in a summer class. For the past week I have locked my bike at the same place, on a small bike rack (two humps) on the west facing side of the A+A building. My bike lines the sidewalk. The campus is very empty, and I see few people passing the building during the day along with students from the A+A building who are often outside and would react to anything suspicious. There was one other bike locked to the rack, much older and in poor condition. There was no sign of someone struggling to take my bike. The bike was taken between 1pm and 5pm, in broad daylight apart from a torrential downpour in the afternoon. I use a very strong lock, the Bordo folding, and I would imagine that someone would need to be equipped with the right tools to break the lock, but in broad daylight that would be difficult to do without being noticed.