Recent Reports

1974 Schwinn Collegiate

Location

ALLEY
6700 s. chappel
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
40lb 19inch frame
Color: 
Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Few minor scratches, chrome polished, chrome rack, may have pannier pack on rack, brown glitter schwinn handle grips, the back brake line is stripped. has a front light post and back tail light.

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 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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
I had my bike locked inside a tall iron gate. Thief used garbage can to jump gate and take the bike.

Felt Curbside

Location

2031 W Fulton
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 23, 2014 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
VUD60600206E
Size: 
26in wheelsize
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Greenish yellow Felt Curbside in good condition.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Bike was inside of a locked, alarmed warehouse. Was left behind the afternoon of 7/22 and was not there as of 7am on 7/23. Still figuring out details of how alarm system was defeated.

Giant Rapid 1

Location

Bosworth/Wicker Park
1332 N. Cleaver Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
White and black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The left part of the handlebar has a small bell attached to it. On the rear is a kryptonite u-lock (orange and black).

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Just a few hours at most.
Incident Description: 
My bike was sitting on my 3rd-level porch on the rear of a building. There is another building that completely blocks the view of my porch from the street, so the only way anyone could have known there was a bike was if they were on the porches of adjacent buildings.

GT Avalanche

Location

3200 N Kenmore
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, June 29, 2014 - 3:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
snidc07b22737
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. XL frame with front fork, toe clip pedals, disc brakes a polar bike computer, and black handle bar extensions, and black kemba tires on black rims

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
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?: 
It was routinely kept in a shed
Incident Description: 
The bike was kept in the shed of our back yard in Lakeview. The day of the theft was the pride parade and there were several people in the neighborhood. While doing work in the shed, I went inside to take care of my children. I returned outside after approximately 30 minutes and the bike was missing from the shed.

VERY UNIQUE 8 speed "BioMega" CPH chainless, drive-shaft bicycle

Location

Kedzie Blvd at Logan Blvd in front of what was "johnny's diner"
Kedzie Blvd.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 19, 2014 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
medium 26" wheels
Color: 
Aspen Pearl White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Drive shaft bicycle (lengthy promotional text removed by admin.)

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 street sign.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was left from Friday late afternoon through early Sunday morning. I had it locked with an older Kryptonite lock through the frame, back tire and around the pole. It also had a wire chain from the lock through the front tire. They got me with the missing screw at the base trick. I'd been totally unaware. This is a totally unique bike... I do not have the serial number but, to my knowledge, the furniture showroom I work for was the only IL retailer for BioMega. This is a totally unique bike...

Schwinn 2013 S1 Cruiser

Location

3511 N. Reta Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, July 20, 2014 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Small Cruiser
Color: 
Matte Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new matte black cruiser. Large silver handle bars with black rubber handles and adjustable seat. Black leather seat with small "S" inside a circle stamped to one side on back. No gears, back pedal break only.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
One night
Incident Description: 
Suspect stolen by passerby who came to explore from alleyway.

Sole Duke

Location

Apartment Building
2029 N. Racine Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - 10:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
56 cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fixed gear. Red frame, white wheel set, white seats, black drop bars, black tail fin, very nice condition. No stickers or labels marking the bike.

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?: 
10-12 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was left in the common shared bike area in the building basement on the bike rack unlocked at 12:30am on 7/22. Building is secured and locked during the night. Returned to where the bike was left at 10:30am to discover it missing. No history of break-ins or theft in the building whatsoever. Hired contractors have been doing work on the building interior/exterior and have had access to the basement for the past 1-2 weeks, potentially leaving the basement unlocked/prone to theft.

Bianchi Volpe

Location

garage
4800 N. Christiana Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, July 19, 2014 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56 cm
Color: 
Dark Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Late 90's model with decal from cleveland OH bike shop on down tube and bike n'roll (millenium park bike garage) on top tube. Shimano RSX components, combo pedals (SPD on one side, regular pedals on the other). Black trek rack and plastic fenders. Black saddle and handlebar tape. Salmon colored brake pads, new chain, chainrings and cassette. Some scratches on frame. (photo shows a similar make and model, not my actual bike)

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
Bike was in closed garage behind my house, the bike was not secured with a lock. Someone entered from alley, climbed back fence to enter garage through the side door. Then opened garage door and left with bike. We left house around 3 PM. Neighbors saw open garage door around 4 or 5 PM.

specialized langster

Location

condo
910 N Washtenaw
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC602007911
Size: 
large
Color: 
satin black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
few scratches on the frame. new perforated padding wrap on handle bar. support for front light

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?: 
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?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
Bike was inside of building

Specialized womens circa 1995

Location

home, under porch
1628 W. Juneway Terr.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
beige?
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Old Specialized women's bike, beige color, with old sparkly stickers and a torn black bike seat cover. Metal folding panniers, rusty, on the back. Please see photo. If you see this bike abandoned somewhere, PLEASE let me know! 816-456-9014, [email protected]

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?: 
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?: 
One week
Incident Description: 
Cable still there. Three other bikes and trailer left untouched. No other clues that I can see.

White Framed Peugeot 10-20 speed (unsure)

Location

My home
1047 N. hoyne APT 3F
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - 11:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Unsure
Size: 
52, 53, 54. Unsure
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black handle bars, white framed, vintage Peugeot with black water bottle in cage. One of the handlebars is slightly bent. Gear shifters are manual and located on the downtube. Older bike with newer tires. SEE PICTURE! There is a little bag under the seat. Black seat, black handle bars. The chain falls off if you drop it into a high gear.

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 street sign.

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: 
Bike was gone from it's locked location on 1621 W. Wabansia

Jamis Satellite Sport (Parts Theft)

Location

3550 N. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - 8:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Water bottle holder attached underneath seat, bicycle lock holder attached to side of bike

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
Bike front wheel was locked to sign, with cord locking the back wheel to the U-lock. Cord was cut and front wheel removed from bike. Picture below is the model of bike.

Pure Fix - The Victor original series

Location

Business
233 N Michigan Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Monday, July 21, 2014 - 8:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
50CM
Color: 
teal/bright, light green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition, new. White seat with white (slightly sandy stains) grip handles.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1-8 hours, unsure as I did not check on the bike
Incident Description: 
I had a U-lock with a cable roped through the front and back tire. I must have locked the U-lock and the cable to the bike rack, but did not lock the actual bike frame to the rack. I left my bike approx. 6:45 am, and after return from work at 5:30p.m the bike was stolen.

Trek 930 single track

Location

1925 n mozart
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - 3:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue Rear Tire Working Bikes Sticker on the down tube Trek 930 Single Track

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?: 
Was left unlocked behind locked fence

Cannondale SR800

Location

River North: Hubbard and Dearborn
51 W Hubbard St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 20, 2014 - 12:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Red and White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition.. will be missing front tire. Has gears on the body of the bike. White wrapping on the handles and a cushioned black seat.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed at the scene.
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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
I was at work across the street for 6 hours. It was there at noon and gone by 5pm.

Redline Conquest

Location

Residence
1335 W. Carmen 1A
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 21, 2014 - 2:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
52"
Color: 
Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black front fork. Disc brakes. U-lock bracket attached to seat post.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
Stolen from locked storage room.

TREK 7300

Location

BELMONT HARBOR J DOCK
BELMONT HARBOR J DOCK
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 18, 2013 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU334C19988C
Size: 
19.5 INCHES
Color: 
SLIVER FRAME WITH BLACK STICKERS
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
GOOD CONDITION. BLACK REAR BIKE RACK. BLACK WATER BOTTLE HOLDER INSIDE FRAME. PLASTIC ATTACHMENTS FOR LED LIGHTS ON FRONT HANDLE BAR AND SEAT POST

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 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?: 
6 HOURS
Incident Description: 
BIKE WAS PARKED AND LOCKED TO LIGHT POLE AT BELMONT HARBOR. POLE IS LOCATED ON GRASS ISLAND DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM "J DOCK" GATE ENTRANCE. BIKE WAS STOLEN DURING THE CHICAGO AIR AND WATER SHOW.

Trek WSD SLX Lexa 2.1

Location

1950 W Fletcher #2E
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 19, 2014 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
52'
Color: 
Black/White/Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike had small blue accent colors, with two lighter blue water bottles affixed to the bike. Shimano 105 components. There was a Cateye odometer/cadence computer attached to the middle fork of the handlebars. There is a distinct scratch on the top bar of 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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
Someone came into our locked condo building and was able to open our locked storage room door to remove the bike described (along with my husband's bike as well).

Schwinn Cruiser

Location

1730 N. Clark Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 11, 2014 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Women's regular size bike
Color: 
light blue/teal
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was in good condition. Has black seat and a yellow bumblebee bell on the handlebar. Bike was also labeled "GUS" in black and white stickers on the center bar.

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?: 
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: 
Bike was last seen the morning of July 11th, 2014 around 8:00am and was missing by 3:00pm that same day. This means the bike was stolen in daylight.

Trek 1000

Location

Ravinia Coffee Shop
493 Roger Williams Ave
Highland Park , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 20, 2014 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
All black, wrap, seat, with gatorskin 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?: 
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour