Recent Reports

Surly Long-Haul Trucker

Location

1700 W. Irving Park Road
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 8, 2016 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
M14033183
Size: 
48
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Touring bike. Black with cobalt bar tape, secondary bar-top brakes, Fyxation pedals/straps, Jaand rack, black fenders

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
9 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to a street sign on Hermitage and Ashland. Someone dragged a garbage can from the alley, climbed on it, unbolted the parking sign from the pole, and hauled the bike up and over the top of the pole.

Surly Long-Haul Trucker

Location

606 Lawndale Entrance
Lawndale Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 7, 2016 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
26 in diameter tires, surly long haul trekker frame
Color: 
Blue frame, yellow handles
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Much of the Surly Long-Trucker stickers are torn off, black sponge part of left handlebar has some wear, yellow tape on handlebars is faded. Both tires are quick-release.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
Lock and front tire were found at the scene. Frame was detached from front tire quick release and the bike's frame and back wheel were stolen.

xxl black specialized 08 Chicago Langster. Wheel size 700

Location

My house
5226 N. Magnolia Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 8, 2015 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WUD 0414424B
Size: 
XXL
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition but definitely ridden. Skyline of Chicago 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?: 
not locked, but stored for years
Incident Description: 
Garage door accidentally left open and bike was taken from the garage.

Fuji Declaration

Location

4015 N Mozart, Apt 1
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 8, 2016 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new

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 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?: 
12 hours or less

Vintage Green Motobecane

Location

Barry Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 6, 2016 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good consirion

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?: 
Located in our home garage
Incident Description: 
Young 20 year old Caucasian man on foot was walking in our alley and unfortunately our garage was open and he stole the bike. We have video surveillance of the man. Report given to police.

2007 Tonino Classica Lamborghini

Location

Apartment
1257 W Argyle St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 5, 2016 - 12:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
20" frame
Color: 
Silver/alumninum with a few red decals
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Lamborghini is still clear on the frame. There's a yellow ziptie on each pedal. Wear on down tube of frame from u-lock. No caps on ends of handlebars. An old reflector light mount is loose on the post. Tires are worn but Kevlar.

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?: 
Not locked, but out of view from the back alley or front sidewalk overnight.
Incident Description: 
I left my bike under the back porch stairs in front of the basement overnight. Gone by the next day.

2016 Specialized Ariel Disc

Location

Salvation Army Thrift Store
509 N Union Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 6, 2016 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC606075946K
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Navy,Turquois,Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Here is a link to the bikes page on Specialized.com. https://www.specialized.com/us/en/bikes/fitness/ariel/ariel/106302 The bike is practically brand new as of 2-29-16. The bike has a small black tool bag mounted under the seat. It also has flashing lights mounted to the handlebars and the rear seat post. The bike also has a magenta bike cable lock attached. There is also a velcro adhered water bottle holder attached to lower portion of the 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 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?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
My wife and I had ridden to the Salvation Army Thrift store located at 509 N Union Ave from our apartment in River West. We arrived at approximately 2:30pm and locked our two bikes together through a bike rack with a single cable lock. We were shopping for approximately 45 minutes and when we returned outside, her bike was stolen along with the cable lock. My bike was still leaning against the bike rack with no cable lock to be found. This is our third day living in Chicago and this was our first bike venture outside of our apartment. I am starting to rethink our decision to move here.

Free Spirit Ted Williams

Location

Ukrainian Village
2320 W Huron St, apt 2R
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 4, 2016 - 9:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
503474480
Size: 
57cm
Color: 
Gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Slightly rusty. Working bikes sticker. converted single speed. silver metal basket.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
In closed, locked room with all other bikes in building. Someone entered building by either jimmying open door or caught it when someone left. My bike only one taken. Threw my lock and cable aside, took bike.

Takara Kabuto

Location

4202 N Sawyer Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 5, 2016 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Bright green and blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New bicycle, light wear and tear- additional silver bell, headlight & taillight & cup holder.

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 day
Incident Description: 
The bike was shut up in an enclosed area behind our condo building. The area was not visible from the alley and the only outside access to the area was a 9' locked gate. The bike disappeared sometime between 1pm and 4am.

Trek 4900

Location

2022 division street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 5, 2016 - 1:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
Silver / red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Trek 4900 mountain bike with road tires in average condition (mild chips of paint, brake wires slightly frayed).

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?: 
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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
Bike is routinely locked in my alleyway but had just come back to see it missing today. It was there at 10 pm last night, but was noticed missing this morning.

GT Outpost

Location

Friends apartment porch
2939 north whipple
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 3, 2016 - 1:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
Dark Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very old (from late 90s), but still able to be used reliably, paint scratches all over surface due to heavy use. Very thick wheels. Has a Des Moines Iowa bike shop sticker on the post under the seat if you look closely.

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?: 
1hr
Incident Description: 
Bike was leaning on my friends locked bike on his porch for about 1hr. I had a lock hanging to the handlebars but did not lock it because I was too trustworthy it would not get stolen due to the age/condition of bike and time of day, and the fact I would be taking it home very shortly. When I came downstairs in about an hour the bike was gone. Did not file police report because bike not worth very much, but it has sentimental value.

C Wonder Cruiser

Location

3500 N Southport Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 5, 2016 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
Navy Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand New / tan leather handles and tan leather seat. Silver bell on right handle.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
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?: 
Less than 24 hours
Incident Description: 
I got the bike 2 days ago and had it stored in my garage. The lock was attached to the bike but it was not locked to anything in the garage. The bike is brand new. I last saw the bike at 2 pm on August 4. At 3 pm on August 5 I saw the bike was gone. The bike had a wicker basket and a Kryptonite 2' cable and a Kryptonite U-Lock in the basket. They took everything except my helmet, which was left on the floor.

GT Karakorum Elite

Location

Apple Hill Lane
Streamwood , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 5, 2016 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
F130910861
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
White/Black/Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Medium bike. Primarily white with black and red features. Red hand grips with black bars and locking 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?: 
Few Hours

Specialized globe daily step through

Location

Theresa Whittington
4143 N Lawndale Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 29, 2016 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Silver with black seat and grips.

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?: 
4 weeks
Incident Description: 
Between 6pm July 29 and 2pm July 30 someone broke into locked garage via security door and stole two bikes: both are Specialized globe daily step throughs. One is blue, medium. The other silver and small.

Specialized globe daily step through

Location

Theresa Whittington
4143 N Lawndale Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 29, 2016 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Blue with tan seat and grips
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue with tan seat and bar grips.lifht blue bell

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?: 
4 weeks
Incident Description: 
Between 6pm July 29 and 2pm July 30 someone broke into locked garage via security door and stole two bikes: both are Specialized globe daily step throughs. One is blue, medium. The other silver and small.

Schwinn Men's Trailway 28"/700c Hybrid Bike- Bronze

Location

555 w madison street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 5, 2016 - 8:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
bronze
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
almost new

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?: 
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?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
parked and locked the bike in front of 555 W Madison St, building on Madison street sidewalk.

Felt Z85

Location

1022 N Paulina Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 5, 2016 - 1:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
F1602k1284
Size: 
61 cm
Color: 
Silver with black handle grips
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike rack and wired bike speedometer. Both can easily be removed.

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?: 
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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6-12 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked by cable lock to a solid steel garage frame. Parked in garage around 5 PM overnight. Discovered stolen at 9 AM this morning. Garage door was closed and all entrances locked. Cable cut and left

RECOVERED-- 6ku Evian 2 fixie

Location

Riis park
6100 W Fullerton ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 4, 2016 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
10TRKU1110
Size: 
49cm
Color: 
White with red fork and black and white griptape on bullhorn
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The fork really stands out with the red. The top tube of the bike could have a wire lock to it. Since they stole it with it. The drive side has a white strap.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key 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?: 
It wasn't locked
Incident Description: 
The guy had rode off with the bike out off riis park. The guy was a brown black male with ear piecings and carried a black bookbag. Bystanders say he goes to Steinmetz and lives around there. *On August 6, 2016 the victim reported that he'd recovered his bike.*

Trek Emonda ALR 4

Location

915 South Blvd
Oak Park , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 27, 2016 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU118C2671K
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was purchased in April, it was mostly black with Reynolds Solitude Wheels.

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?: 
overnight on the daily basis
Incident Description: 
My bike was stolen from my garage while I was at home with my family. The garage was unlocked since I had a contractor with his tools working on stuff for the house. The thief waited for the time when the contractor left the garage, walked up and took my bike. If this guy is not afraid just to walk up to some one's house daytime while everyone is home, I would be careful.

Bianchi Pista

Location

approx 5200 N. Troy
5200 N. Troy Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 4, 2016 - 8:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
n/a
Size: 
57cm
Color: 
silver/chrome
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
front carrying rack with net; wide upright/cruiser handlebars; black saddle; dings on the finish

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 street sign.

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?: 
20 minutes
Incident Description: 
locked bike to street sign at Troy and Foster; came out and it was gone; pole may have been lifted, so lock will still be through front wheel and frame