Recent Reports

Trek MultiTrack 750 about 1997

Location

Stolen from the Sulzer Library
4455 N. Lincoln Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
still looking for it at home
Color: 
Iced Violet/Iced Indigo
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition;Iced Violet in colour graduating into Iced Indigo..not a shiney finish; Dull. Some scratches on frame;Brand new black rubber grips;Speed Indicator line painted on Speed Changer w/WhiteOut;2 2 year old Armadillo tires, filled w/SLIME;Original rims;1 white reflector on front wheel/on back wheel;has a Black Specialized Saddle, beat-up, torn; original pedals, black with all amber reflectors GONE xcept for one on the left pedal..used to have cages attached; white reflector in front under handlebars still has mount, but reflector is gone; new one attached just to the left side of it; on Seat Post, a mount for the Kyrptonite U lock, horizontal CAT Tail Light that is working; red reflector below the CAT Light. Black water bottle cage and a black portable tire pump holder (no bottle or pump attached) 26 " Wheels. From Village Cyclery, emblem is attached;

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?: 
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?: 
1 hour late afternoon 3-4 pm
Incident Description: 
Tuesday, 19 June 2012 , my husband used my bike, secured it to a street sign in front the the Sulzer Library in the late afternoon using one Kryptonite cable lock, locking body and wheel to post; 1 hour later the bike was gone, cable cut with cable left on the ground. My bike was stolen for parts perhaps, or to re-sell to make someone some money. I dont have a photo of my bike.

Model #247215

Location

836 S Morgan St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
#CA10860496
Size: 
Medium sized
Color: 
White/Blue/Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. White/blue/purple. Masking tape around part of the frame to hold a wire in place. Rip in seat. Rips in sides of handles. Gears set to 1 and 7. Picture included is similar, no waterbottle.

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?: 
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?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
I walked outside my apartment to go to work and it was just missing. There was no roughness on the fence. It was stolen sometime during 6/20/2012, as I had left for the evening.

Jamis Coda Road Bike

Location

Star Coffee Lounge
Chicago Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 6:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
I don't know
Size: 
57cm
Color: 
Blue and white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Jamis Coda road bike with oval crank set and black aero bars. No bike rack and I am not sure whether it is 15 or 18 speed. It is an older bike but in great condition.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
It was stolen out of my back yard in the middle of the day while I was home.
Incident Description: 
Someone came into my backyard in the middle of the day and chose this bike of the four back there and made of with it between the hours of 11:30 and 1:30. I hate to believe it but it seems that a neighbor had to be the culprit. They had to know to check that the padlock on our gate was unlocked and then proceed from there.

Fuji Feather 2011 - Black Frame - Silver Crank & Seat Post & Stem

Location

"Bar on Buena" bike rack near Buena & Broadway
Buena
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
?
Size: 
Frame 56
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new Continetal Grand Prix 4000 Red Tires & Black Rims. One silver break lever. Narrow chopped messenger style handlebar with black tape & black plugs. Black seat with metal rivets. Flip hub - single speed or fixed.

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 a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
Had drinks with friends, left bar around midnight and took cab home (left bike). Manager said he closed and left after 3 am and bike was still locked to rack. Bike was gone early that morning (8 AM ish).

KOGA Lite Ace Lady

Location

Residence garage
2713 N. Janssen Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
KG1236445
Size: 
19.68"
Color: 
Black, brown piping, blk leather handles w/brown stitching
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, purchased 01/27/2012 KOGA printed in brown on the diagonal frame, seat frame & wheel frame. Lines for brakes encased in brown. All black with brown piping, black leather handles with brown stitching Visible gel design saddle, model SR (Selle Royal) Seamless front light, no batteries Small, tight wing wheel protector Encased brake & gear system Rear back cuff brake

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
In CLOSED garage since April 2012.
Incident Description: 
Garage door opener stolen from side panel pocket in unlocked car. Theft between 23:00, June 20 - 06:45, June 21, 2012.

Koga SilverAce Lady

Location

Residence/townhouse garage
2713 N. Janssen Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
Working w/Dutch manufacturer to get this
Size: 
20.86"
Color: 
Silver (light & medium tone), black metallic
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, 2012 model, purchased 01/27/2012 Just below the handle bars on the stem is a metal emblem of Made in The Netherlands. Visible gel design saddle, SR (Selle Royal) Back wheel cuff lock Bike rack, back wheel partial cover Seemless front light, no batteries or wires. Enclosed brake & gear system.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Not locked in our closed garage
Incident Description: 
Garage door opener was taken from the side door pocket of an unlocked car. 2 bicycles taken between 23:00, June 20 - 06:45, June 21 - walked out w/our dog at 06:45 & garage door was open.

Schwinn Varsity, 70's Model

Location

Logan Square blue line station
Milwaukee and Kedzie
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 6:03pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
Adult Men's, around 54cm
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very distinctive; bright green custom paint job with two white horizontal stripes on the seat tube and the letters "MK" in bold white on the downtube. White griptape in poor condition, white sector 8 saddle. White tubing for brake lines/shift lines. Newish looking tires, 10-speed

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 street sign.

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?: 
24 hrs.
Incident Description: 
Taken from outside the blue line station. The bike was locked to a sign post which I found removed from the ground and no bicycle in sight. (Newer U-Lock w/flat key)

Jamis Boss Cruiser 7 Speed

Location

600 N Lake Shore Drive
Lake Shore Drive and Ohio/Ontario
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 9, 2012 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
HV0204498
Size: 
XL 23.5" frame with 26" wheels
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New. Lost of upgrades. Speedometer Water bottle holder Bell Rack over rear tire Large cushioned black seat

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?: 
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?: 
<24 hours
Incident Description: 
Taken from the bike racks in the entryway of 600 N Lake Shore. Theif doged camera coverage and was not spotted.

Specialized Allez 2000

Location

Roscoe Village
1650 W Roscoe St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 8:19pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56 or 58
Color: 
White/Red/Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Red bar tape, White and red bottle cages, ultegra brakes/rear derailleur, alex wheel on front, vuelta on the rear, white saddle

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 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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1am to whenever it was stolen that night.
Incident Description: 
Locked it up through the rear triangle to a bike rack, came out to to a clean cut lock in the morning. Other bikes were right next to it. Apparently there have been a string of bike thefts in Roscoe Village and along the CTA Brown Line.

Fuji Feather

Location

Ukrainian Village
1838 W Augusta Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
52cm
Color: 
Light Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2 Yrs old. Clean and new with minor wear. Pearled Light blue frame. Drop Bars with white rubber grips. Pink Chain. White post. White seat. Was stolen with the lock still on it.

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?: 
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: 
It was probably taken between 2pm and 6pm on June 20. They clearly cut out pieces of the fence and broke the metal posts to slide it off of the fence. The thieves walked behind my building through a very tight space where 2 of the other tenants cars are parked to get through. I imagine the newer u-lock w/flat key is still attached to the frame.

K2 Mod 4.0

Location

Ace Hardware
1013 N Ashland
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 9:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
L
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Paint in good condition. Deep dish rims with a bulge on the left side of the front rim (from rider perspective) near valve stem from a previous crash. Powder blue Crank Brothers Mallet C 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 street sign.

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?: 
10 minutes
Incident Description: 
When I locked my bike there was an unlocked bike leaning up against the Ace hardware store - seemed suspicious but didn't think anything of it. Came out 10 minutes later and both my bike and the unlocked bike was gone.

Trek SoHo

Location

Hammond South Shore station
Hohman
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU257C0427F
Size: 
63.5cm as tall as they come.
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Just like new. I started riding it to work two weeks ago. The drive train uses a rubber belt instead of a chain. 8 Speed internal hub.

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 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?: 
Locked up at 7am. Discovered missing at 6pm.
Incident Description: 
I rode the bike to the train in the morning and locked it up on the bike rack next to all the other bikes. When I got off the train in the afternoon the bike was gone. There are no security cameras on this part of the station so someone probably walked up during one of the long time periods between trains and used some sort of cable cutters on the chain that I used and either rode off on it or put it in the back of a vehicle and drove off.

Marin Larkspur, 2010

Location

Old Town, outside Chase bank, near Second City.
Wells and Eugenie
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 12, 2012 - 7:51pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
15" W
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Tiny Jason mask sticker on right of fork, tiny 'thought you knew' sticker on other side on 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?: 
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
15 hours, from 11am to 2am
Incident Description: 
Whoever took it, sawed through the lock. that's all.

Felt Brougham

Location

Bikram Yoga
2736A N. Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Only a year old. Great condition. Has a small storage bag underneath the bike seat. Has drop handlebars (not the same handlebars in the picture).

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 a wooden pole, railing, 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?: 
From 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Incident Description: 
Went into my yoga class and came out an hour in a half later and my bike was gone. Asked people in the hair salon that was right next to where my bike was locked up and no one had seen anything.

2003 Jamis Coda Comp

Location

Home
1309 W. Rosedale Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
IG2L01433
Size: 
19.5
Color: 
Polished
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This bike is well used but still in good shape. It has a black rack on the back, armadillo tires with red stripe, a U lock attached to the seat post and Speedplay Frog pedals

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?: 
Five Years in the gargae
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen from my garage after someone had broken the frame by kicking or prying open the door. It was stolen with a Specialized Roubaix Elite road bike and a Specialized Comfort Bike.

Torker KB2

Location

main floor studio of residential apartment
3300 block of west chicago ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 17, 2012 - 8:49am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
isbs11h00770
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2 months old kick back shifting coaster brake flat handlebars comrade cycyle stickers seat leash bell imitation brooks saddle trailer hitch on rear axle (subtle) non-drive side

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
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?: 
not sure (owner was on vacation)
Incident Description: 
bike was in studio of locked apartment rear fence was pried open second bike stolen too bike has u-lock attached to it bike has a trailer hitch on rear axle (non-drive side)

Specialized Roubaix Elite

Location

Home
1309 W. Rosedale Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
STE24H572
Size: 
54M
Color: 
Blue Carbon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This bike was basically new and has Specialized road armadillo tires on it. It had an upgrade to Ultegra 10 and Mavic Ksyrian wheels. Look pedals.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
The bike was hanging in my garage for four years.
Incident Description: 
Someone kicked or by other means broke the frame of the door and took three bike from the garage. They also took a Jamis Coda Comp and Specialized comfort bike. The photo attached is not my bike but is very similar in make, model and year.

Giant Rincon

Location

The Perfect Cup Coffee Shop
Damen and Leland
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 7:56pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Mens Bike
Color: 
Green and Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Gear shifts built into the handle bars. Thick tires and no extra decorations. Reads GIANT and RINCON on the frame. Giant brand seat.

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?: 
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen overnight. Bike racks were very public and on an intersection with traffic. Realized the bike was gone when I walked outside to get it on June 20th at 11:00am. Someone cut my cable lock and left it at the scene.

Cannondale R400

Location

Park 1500 Condominiums
6 S Laflin St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56 cm men's frame
Color: 
Navy blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. New black bar tape, aerobars, hybrid platform/SPD pedals, red metal bottle cage. Park 1500 bike permit sticker #231 on frame.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Older U-Lock w/ Round 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?: 
11 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked the bike to a rack in our supposedly secure garage at 8:30p on Tuesday June 19. I went down to ride it at 7:30a on Wednesday June 20 and it and the lock were gone.

Trek 4300 Disc 2009

Location

FFC West Loop
10 South Clinton Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
21"
Color: 
Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition, green valve covers, Village Cycle sticker, small registration number ziptied to the seat.

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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked right in front of FFC gym. The front of the building is all glass, has two people working the desk facing the street and even has security cameras that can view the rack out front. The FFC wouldn't check the cameras although they were pretty helpful otherwise and actually called the police for me. Police report is filed but they won't check the security camera either. The police on the phone said I would have to get a copy of the tape myself (which I can't) and bring it to a station.