Recent Reports

Specialized Cruz Elite 2012

Location

Rogers park near Pratt and Clark
Newgard
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 28, 2022 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Red and White, Green tape on Handle bars
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition. The green tape on the handle bars are unique.

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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Garage was either left open or broken into between 1:30 and 2:45 on 4/28. There were a multiple bikes and other valuable items in the garage and this was the only thing taken.

Schwinn Varsity 1200

Location

Corner of Pearson and Marshfield
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 27, 2022 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
Standard mens size
Color: 
White and Black, with a green seat
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Please see picture. Bike is in good cosmetic condition. Bike is white and black, with a green seat and green accents 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?: 
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?: 
22 hours

Black vilano

Location

Swedish covenant hospital
5145 California
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, April 23, 2022 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
700cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
All black single speed new pedals and crank just replaced

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?: 
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?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Swedish covenant hospital security seen cameras footage they want you guys to know that they have footage

TREK 2019 FX3 Disc breaks

Location

500 W Monroe st
500 W Monroe st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, April 26, 2022 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU200C1294M
Size: 
22.5 XL
Color: 
Mat black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Looking new

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 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?: 
9

2018 Cannondale Adventure 1

Location

833 W. 15th pl.
15th pl.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 25, 2022 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
M
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The pedal lights are busted. I had a black and gold scarf around the center of the handle but they might have taken it off when it was stolen. I have a bell on the right side and a phone holder nearest the right handle. The air in the wheels get low easily. There is a sticker on the inside base that says Dan’s Bike Shop.

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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

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?: 
It’s the parking garage for my condo so it has been locked for years.

Jazz Synthesis

Location

1830 w 17th st #2F
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 17, 2021 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
JI07000237
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue and yellow pride sticker on lower pole between 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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
About 4 days

Vilano road bike

Location

Swedish covenant hospital
5145 California
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 25, 2022 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
26
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
all black single speed road bike new crank and 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?: 
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?: 
1dqy
Incident Description: 
Bike locked on rack inside bike cage that only employee from Swedish covenant key card has access informed public safety and the have video footage that they have to review.

Kona Race Light

Location

Jeni’s Ice Cream West Loop, Fulton Market
Randolph
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, April 23, 2022 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
n/a
Color: 
Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Kona race light mountain bike with drop bars. Brooks saddle. 26” wheels. Tires 2.125” wide.

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 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?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked in front of Jeni’s Ice cream before my shift there. Normally I can see the bike from the window, but the line was out the door my entire shift, blockinf my view of the bike. Came out after close to find it missing.

Specialized Aethos Comp

Location

840 W Erie St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, April 10, 2022 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC004032729S
Size: 
56
Color: 
Satin Carbon/Teal Tint Fade/Flake Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new 2022 Specialized Aethos Comp with Rival eTap AXS

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?: 
1 month
Incident Description: 
Two individuals broken into our condo building and stole my bike from our garage.

Sanwa 210

Location

2249 W Augusta Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, April 23, 2022 - 1:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
51cm
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Older road bike with older middle gear switches. Sticker from Steven’s point on it and a sticker with Working Bikes on it

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?: 
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?: 
Down private walkway next to apartment
Incident Description: 
Last took my bike out one week ago then went to go get it this morning and it was gone.

FX 3 DISC L ALPINE BLUE TO DEEP DARK BLUE FADE

Location

1980 N. Milwaukee Ave
1980 N. Milwaukee Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 21, 2022 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU272XC0303S
Size: 
L
Color: 
DEEP DARK BLUE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new bike with light on front and dog lease on back

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?: 
Storage room.
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: 
Thieves cut into the storage area and stole a few bikes

State Core Line

Location

2842 w fletcher
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 20, 2022 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
700c
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Orange pedals and rear rack

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?: 
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?: 
1 week

Trek Lexa

Location

Monroe Garage
183 W Monroe St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 20, 2022 - 5:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WT4002C08783
Size: 
52cm
Color: 
Silver with blue accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. The bike has blue handlebar tape and a number of customizations, specifically an extra set of center interrupter break levers on the handlebars, two water bottle cages, a rack on the back, Specialized women’s mimic power saddle, and dual-sided SPD 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 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?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8.5 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked up my bike in bike rack area of the parking garage at 183 West Monroe next door to my office at 120 S. LaSalle around 9 am and when I left at about 5:45 it was no longer there.

Specialized Langster

Location

Grand Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 20, 2022 - 2:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
wsbc6023546011
Size: 
54-56 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black Specialized Langster. Mavic Elipse wheels. Miche crank. Dura Ace chain ring (50t). Red handle bar tapes.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Normal parking spot
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked using a kryptonite U lock to a bike rack bought at a wall mounted sporting goods store. There was also a cable through the back wheel. Rack was cut and bike removed. Bike was in a locked garage in an apartment building.

Trek 1.2 Road Bike

Location

Andersonville
N Clark St
CHICAGO , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, April 17, 2022 - 2:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Frame for 6'2" male
Color: 
Black with small orange stripes
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in very good condition. The bike had a topeak bag, water bottle holder, and a cell phone holder. The air pump caps were either gone or busted.

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?: 
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?: 
2 years
Incident Description: 
[Edit by admin- removed description] broke in through two doors in our apartment complex and went to the garage where he took two bikes that were locked up to each other in a shared garage. The person also took a green Bontrager bike pump with the Trek bike and Specialized bike.

Make: PRIORITY BICYCLES Model: CONTINUUM ONYX

Location

2647 N Orchard
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 18, 2022 - 11:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
PTCN19H0002
Size: 
29
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Make: PRIORITY BICYCLES Model: CONTINUUM ONYX Includes: bike rack on back + carrier rack.

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 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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
few hours.

Scott Sub Cross 40

Location

FFC Gold Coast
1030 N Clark St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, April 19, 2022 - 6:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
40 in
Color: 
Silver, Gray, Red accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike in good condition, stored inside always. Has/had sticker that says Birds Arent Real.

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen from in front of FFC Gold Coast (1030 N Clark Street) between 5:55am-6:30am on 4/19/22.

Kona Dew Plus

Location

Ukrainian Village
2426 W Huron
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 14, 2022 - 5:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
IN20080701
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Many extras including rear rack and front Thule Yepp child seat

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 week
Incident Description: 
Bike was in garage for one week while cleaning out basement, appeared to have been removed from the bracket it was hanging on/locked to.

Specialized Crossroads

Location

1842 N Damen Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 6, 2022 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
M9L180459
Size: 
20
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Year 2000 model. Bike has new seat and handlebars. Was purchased at Erik’s Bike Shop and may have Erik’s sticker on frame

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 bike rack.

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?: 
Around five months
Incident Description: 
Incident occurred sometimes between 6pm on Wednesday, April 6 and 8am on Thursday, April 7

Marin Fairfax 2

Location

2702 W Montrose Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, April 16, 2022 - 9:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
J20140725
Size: 
XL
Color: 
satin black / gloss charcoal / red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Less than a year old. Distinguishing details include: no wheel reflectors and red tips on all the brake cable ends; may still have the New York Kryptonite lock attached to the frame

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
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?: 
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?: 
1 year
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to wall-mounted rack in garage with cable and combination lock. The entire rack was forcibly removed from the wall.