Recent Reports

1972 Schwinn Speedster

Location

Lincoln square/ravenswoos
wolcott
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 21, 2011 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
KH042521
Size: 
22 in frame
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new condition with a few scratches and chrome fenders. The rear reflector was smashed so it is broken. The housing for the reflector is still connected to the rear chrome fender.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
90 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked and left between 930 and 1100 pm. Took the dog outside and saw it was gone. Cable lock was cut!

Huffy Multi-Speed Bike, Model #36212

Location

456 W. St. James Place
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 17, 2011 - 6:59pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Frame size 26, medium woman's bike
Color: 
Gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, name and phone number on piece of tape underneath seat. Cup holder taped to bottom frame with white tape.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
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?: 
1.5 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was left securely locked along a railing with 2 other bikes (both appearing newer and in good condition). Bike was seen there Friday evening, and was gone by Saturday morning at 10am. Both other bikes locked to the railing were still there and untampered. The cable lock had been cut and left hanging on the railing. Bike lock must have been cut with heavy duty wire cutters and bike stolen late evening/early morning.

Linus Mixte 3

Location

My house- backyard
2433 W. Superior St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 21, 2011 - 2:10pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
LOE0703753
Size: 
one size- ladies
Color: 
Light blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New so doesn't have a lot of scratches. If you've ever seen this bike it's pretty recognizable. Had a retro front bike light- Soma torpedo. Brown handlebars and seat. Black chainguard and silver back rack.

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?: 
It was in my backyard for 5 minutes without supervision
Incident Description: 
The bike was under my back porch, I was outside for the majority of the time. Went inside for 5 minutes. Looked outside and saw a guy (30ish) in a puerto rican hat on my bike going out the back gate of my backyard. We chased after him for a bit. Seemed like he was going towards Humboldt Park.

SE Draft Semi Matte

Location

Front gate of apartment.
926 N. Wolcott
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 19, 2011 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
1DPE11A01203
Size: 
49cm
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new condition. Ciclo Urbano sticker on the bottom bracket.

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?: 
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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
The metal bar that the bike was locked to was burnt or soldered through. Locked with a newer u-lock w/flat key.

Jamis Ventura Women's Road Bike

Location

Coldwell Banker Office
1840 N. Clark Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 21, 2011 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
medium?
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White Jamis Ventura women's road bike. It had black road handle bars. I also had a Bike Planet computer on it, but had the screen removed, but the wire/magnet might still be attached. It had scrapes along the frame from locking it up. I did invest in Locking Skewers, so without this key, they cannot change/remove the tires or adjust the seat.

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?: 
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?: 
All day while at work, was likely stolen between 1-5p
Incident Description: 
My bike was stolen right in front of my office during business hours. The lock was cut and left on the bike rack, along with my helmet.

Trek KaiTai

Location

The alley of my home
4841 N Albany Ave APT 1
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 21, 2011 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU013C0505F
Size: 
17.5
Color: 
Black/Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new Trek KaiTai 17.5 Black and Silver bike. Blue writing. Gary Fischer series. Black metal quick release basket mounted to front.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Overnight. .
Incident Description: 
My husband returned from work around 4am on 6/21/11. He saw the bike, which was locked by the frame and basket handle to a wooden post inside the locked gate of the alley behind our apartment. I went outside to hop on it about 2pm later the same day, and it was gone, along with my husbands gray Schwinn Tourist hybrid bike. Filed police report.

Trek 4300 Mountain Bike 2007 Model

Location

Bucktown
1935 N. Wood St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 21, 2011 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
19.5 in Mountain BIke
Color: 
silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition, lightly used. Front tire was flat.

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 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?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike would had to have been walked or driven somewhere. The front tire was completely flat.

K2 Men's Easy Street 26" (for 5'7" rider) Comfort Bike , Navy Blue/Royal Blue with Silver lining

Location

In front of Regal Condos
1735 West Diversey
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 20, 2011 - 3:20pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
for 5' 7" rider
Color: 
Navy Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Had a helmet also locked to bike, kickstand, brand new

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours before found stolen
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked up in front of residence as I entered the building. I went into conduct some errands, and came out 4 hours later and bike was not present, nor lock.

2008 Specialized Allez

Location

Locked directly outside 7-11 next to Chicago Diner
N. Halsted
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 20, 2011 - 2:10pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
White with red lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
FSA carbon crank(not shown in picture). Full Shimano 105 shifters and front and back Shimano 105 brakes(also not shown in picture). Black 'Giant' brand saddle. Black clipless pedals. Mismatching front and rear wheels. Rear wheel is an Alexermis S500 and rear wheel is a Mavic CXP22. Red handlebar tape. Registered with Specialized dealer "Ride On Bikes" in Columbus, GA.

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 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?: 
An hour and a half
Incident Description: 
After locking my bike to the bike rack with my cable lock, I walked into the Chicago Diner at 6:40pm. When returning to get my bike at 8:05pm, the bike was missing and the cut-lock remained.

Bianchi Milano "Parco Celeste" - 2008

Location

McGaw YMCA east side, southernmost bike rack
1000 Grove St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 19, 2011 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
CX0045303C
Size: 
Adult Women's
Color: 
bianchi green (pale mint green)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Mint condition; red-rimmed tires; mint green fenders, black handlebars and seat; low, women's frame; had a black Dean's milk crate attached to back rack

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?: 
5 hours on Father's Day, June 19th
Incident Description: 
Lock was clipped in broad daylight on the East side (Maple St) of the Evanston McGaw YMCA around the corner from the Evanston Police Station.

Specialized Crosstrail

Location

Corner of N. Pine Grove and Waveland in E. Lakeview, Chicago
3707-09 N. Pine Grove
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 17, 2011 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
21"
Color: 
Black/Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This is a 14 speed hybrid performance bike (road + trail, hence the name, Crosstrail). It has a black and dark grey frame with "Specialized" in white letters. The tires are smooth in the middle for road use, but knobby on edges for extra traction around corners. It has shocks in the front. There are some scratches on the frame where the lock bracket slipped up and down. It has a wedge Specialized saddle bag with red pulls on the zippers.

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?: 
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?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to the bottom of a wooden staircase in inner courtyard of apartment complex. Only residents have access to courtyard. Locked it up after a ride on 6/17, and when I went to go for a ride the following afternoon, it was gone. I live in a garden unit, and when I returned to my unit after noticing the theft, I found a photo of the front of my unit (stuck on the wall) with a handwritten note on the reverse side saying: "I know where you live, pussy. If you think that 'slap' was something, guess again."

Trek KDR 1000

Location

home
38xx N JANSSEN AVE
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps
Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.

Date of Theft

Friday, June 17, 2011 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
24" wheels
Color: 
White/Red/Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
junior size road racing bike. Blue handlebar tape has silver duct tape to cover torn bar tape.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Many days
Incident Description: 
Thief broke into garage and stole this bike. This is a unique kids road racing bike. My daughter races for Half Acre Cycling

Schwinn Searcher Men's bike

Location

222 South Riverside Plaza
Adams
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 18, 2011 - 9:03am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in good condition. It has white tape on handle.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
18-20 hours
Incident Description: 
It was parked outside office building as usual but I left it overnight. I guess it was bad idea to leave it overnight with cable lock.

Klein Quantum

Location

Century Mall
2828 North Clark Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 17, 2011 - 4:05pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Orange / Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Rebuilt Klein Quantum Race single speed road bike. Orange / Yellow metallic paint. Red chain stretcher. Leather seat.

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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was secured to a bike rack around 9:05pm. There were many bikes present there. After watching a movie at the Century Mall the bike was no longer there around 11:50pm.

Peugeot

Location

WALGREENS
NORTH AVE AND WELLS ST.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 14, 2011 - 5:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
56 CM
Color: 
RED
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
SINGLE SPEED, STRAIGHT BAR, GLOW IN THE DARK PEDALS, TRANSLUCENT GRIPS. GRIPS AND PEDALS WERE NEWER SO THEY WON'T SHOW UP IN THE BELOW PHOTO.

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?: 
1 minute
Incident Description: 
Left it unlocked outside of the Walgreens to go get a drink (stupid). Came back and it was gone.

Schwinn Women's Cruiser

Location

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

Date of Theft

Friday, June 17, 2011 - 1:23pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
26"
Color: 
blue/white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
there is a black connecter for the basket on the front handle bars. there's a sticker for my condo building VB1224 lofts #0053. It's a brand new bike, it's in really good condition. It's from Target so there might be a sticker from Target on it.

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?: 
11 hours
Incident Description: 
i have no idea what happened to my bike. it was locked to the same bike rack i lock it to every other day with the same 2 bikes parked there every morning.

Cannondale F400

Location

Locked up outside Wellington Brown Line stop
1000 W. Wellington
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 14, 2011 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Often described as a "Franken-bike" it had a Cannondale frame with various other parts added, made by and given to me by friends 6yrs ago. many stickers-White Sox, Windy City Rollers, Cooler By The Lake, Amplified Heat, Faceless Wearwlves and Split Lip rayfield and George W. Bush Is A Punk Ass Chump

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Locked bike up around 1pm, returned to pick it up aroubd 1am
Incident Description: 
Locked bike up in afternoon on way to work, gone when I got off work. Cable with key lock, the plastic around lock mechanism was cracked, didn't think this was a concern, maybe it was..

red sirrus specialized roadbike

Location

bike rack in front of 2970 n sheridan
2970 N sheridan road
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 15, 2011 - 8:51pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
large
Color: 
red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
both brakes squeaky, front brake especially effed up, untrue back tire, slightly dented 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 bike rack.

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?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
Got home from work at about 11 last night, didn't notice it missing from the bike rack until 8 pm this evening

Raleigh Mojave 8.0

Location

Apartment
1143 N Mozart
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 15, 2011 - 9:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
U76K26330
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new. Identical to this (plus bottle holder): http://www.raleighusa.com/bikes/mountain/2008-mountain-bikes/mojave-80-2008/

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?: 
Bike was in a locked basement. Yard fence was scaled, basement door forced open, taken from enclosed, but unlocked storage unit.
Incident Description: 
Apartment has a key-locked fence around property, basement is also key-locked. I heard fence rattling around 2:30am, so I believe the thieves scaled the fence, forced open the basement door, and then stole the bike from my storage unit. Several other units were broken into as well.

ezip trailz

Location

chicago residential two flat; place of residence.
920 s. Menard Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 15, 2011 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
ACA11A007056
Size: 
26 x 2.0
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
brand new condition (1 week old) has battery locked. (i have key)electric buttons on right side handle bar.

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 to 4 minutes
Incident Description: 
took bike out back door, locked back door and then exited front door when it was stolen in the meantime of locking back door and exiting