Recent Reports

Marin Muirwoods 29er

Location

1208 W WEBSTER AVE
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 18, 2014 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
17" frame, 29" wheels
Color: 
grey matte / black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, 3 months old, 29" wheels, disc brakes, topeak rack

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 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?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
bike was locked to the railing of my back deck. frame was u-locked to railing and cable looping wheels to frame/lock. Cable was cut with heavy duty cable cutters and railing was destroyed.

Marin Stinson

Location

Home
715 Paulina St
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Friday, May 16, 2014 - 12:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
18.5"
Color: 
Slate
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good--front brake mangled a bit on top--brake wire comes loose Water bottle holder and kickstand added.

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?: 
1 night
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked on a gated porch--no known entry points.

2009 Novara Carema Women's Bike

Location

Letizia's Natural Bakery
2144 W Division St,
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 16, 2014 - 7:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Extra Small or Small; seat tube center-center (cm): 38-43
Color: 
Silver & white with blue lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Condition: Good. Though 5 years old, has only had occasional use. Distinguishing Features: Stock bike. Black posts for detachable headlights and rear flashing lights on the handlebars and under the seat 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?: 
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 day
Incident Description: 
I left my bike locked to an orange "WPB" upside-down U-shaped bike rack in front of Letizia's Natural Bakery at 2144 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622. I last saw my bike at 7:45am on Monday, June 16.

Blue Men's Mountain bike

Location

3424 N. Elaine Place
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 17, 2014 - 10:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Locked with orange U-lock. Blue mountain bike frame. Newer model. Rarely used, male bike frame.

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?: 
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 year

Retrospec Mantra

Location

Home
4010 N Kenmore Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Monday, June 16, 2014 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
53mm
Color: 
Matte Grey with Gold Rims
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New condition, vinyl stickers reading JARVIS on seat tube. Left crank arm creaks.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
less than 48 hours
Incident Description: 
Someone cut through the fence in front of my building. Bike was locked on the inside. (Older U-Lock w/round key)

PureFix The Romeo

Location

Lou Malnati's on Wells
445 N. Wells St
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Monday, June 16, 2014 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
50 cm
Color: 
White frame white wheels
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new only rode it 3 times

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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen between the hours of 2pm-5pm. There were other bikes on the rack that were probably also stolen.

Trek Jet 20

Location

house
1145 N. Hoyne
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, June 15, 2014 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
20" - kids
Color: 
green/black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
almost new, unfortunately nothing specific.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
bike was inside our locked front gate which is at least 6' tall with no footholds to climb. it happened overnight but no idea what time.

2011 Trek Earl

Location

Township
2200 n. California Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Monday, June 16, 2014 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU343P0009F
Size: 
54 in.
Color: 
Light blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
There is a Rotofugi sticker on the frame down by the crank and a cartoon milk carton cow sticker up near the fork. There is a full rear fender on the back, black in color. The crank set is black and silver aluminum pedals. There is a black bell on the handle bars with a little skull sticker on it. On each wheel there is a small green LED light... On the crossbar a lime green bandana. On the seat tube there are two Village Cycle Center stickers and a large stock "Earl" sticker.

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?: 
45 minutes
Incident Description: 
Went inside for 45 minutes max. Bike was locked to closest (not wobbly, I checked) pole to the entrance of Township. Came out, bike and lock were totally gone. No sign of either in the surrounding area (pieces/parts on the ground, someone on it, etc.)

Novara REI

Location

Orange line Halsted Stop
Archer/Halsted
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, June 14, 2014 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
medium
Color: 
Light blue/ Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
pretty good condition, rear bike rack

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 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?: 
3 days

Schwinn Collegiate 3 speed Cruiser

Location

enclosed back porch
1300 w carmen ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, June 14, 2014 - 11:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
N/A
Size: 
19" frame, 26 1 3/8 wheels
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Originally 3 speed converted to single speed. Kind of scratched up. Has rear coaster brake and front handbrake. Newer tires. It had chain guard and fenders on. Cruiser bars and comfort seat.

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?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was stored in the enclosed back porch area overnight. Someone mighthave left the gate open and it got stolen along with a red Schwinn kids bike.

Huffy Alpine Trail Bike

Location

Main Quad Uchicago Campus
57th & University
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Monday, June 16, 2014 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Average male size
Color: 
Silver with some green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is a little run down and squeeky, but still works well. It has an extra butt pad that is kind of ripping so you can see the gel. The most notable feature is simply it's color: silver and green, and says huffy (maybe trek) on the side...I actually can't remember which one now :/

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No 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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours

1977 Schwinn Suburban

Location

Kindle Communications
168 N Clinton St.
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Thursday, June 12, 2014 - 2:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
18.5''/47cm
Color: 
Royal Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, fenders on both wheels, powered light, speedometer,

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?: 
7 hours
Incident Description: 
Someone cut the lock.

Novara Forza

Location

842 Scoville Avenue
Oak Park , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, June 15, 2014 - 4:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Silver, black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike has handle horns. There are several small scratches on the frame and handle bars due to a couple of spills that I've had. Also, the front reflector is gone - also due to falling.

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 wooden pole, railing, 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?: 
At least a day.
Incident Description: 
I ride the bike all the time. I usually lock it up against a wooden rail on my second-story walk up in the back. The thief took my bike and left behind his crappy orange street bike.

TREK 7.2 FX

Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.

Location

Hermitage Ave & Chicago Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 11, 2014 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
20" FRAME MENS
Color: 
BLACK
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
BRAND NEW BIKE WITH A SLIGHT ROUGHNESS OF THE END OF HAND BRAKES, CAN BE FELT BY TOUCH

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?: 
3 DAYS
Incident Description: 
I PARKED MY BIKE IN GARAGE AS I HAVE BEEN DOING REGULARLY FOR PAST 7 MONTHS. LAST I USED IT WAS ON TUESDAY NIGHT (6/10) AND ON SATURDAY (6/14) MORNING BIKE WAS NOT THERE.

Diamondback Clarity 24"

Location

home
4543 S Prairie Ave #3
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, June 15, 2014 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
24"
Color: 
Pink/Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new girls 7 speed bike. Purple with black saddle

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
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken from locked storage unit behind my home. Door was broken and bike taken

Trek 600

Location

home
4543 S Prairie Ave #3
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 15, 2014 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
49cm
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue steel lugged frame with only embossed markings. Drop bars now no wrap, only electrical tape wrapping brake cables. Shimano 600 components. New MKS pedals with toe cages and straps

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
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken from locked storage unit behind my home. Door was broken and bike taken

Novara Transfer

Location

home
4543 S Prairie Ave #3
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 15, 2014 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue bike with some scratches. Hefty rear rack and Nexus internally geared hub

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
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken from locked storage unit behind my home. Door was broken and bike taken

Bianchi San Jose

Location

home
4543 S Prairie Ave #3
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 15, 2014 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
52cm
Color: 
Green with White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Some scuffs, Green brooks b17 leather saddle, black cloth tape with green twine, two water bottle cages and black planet bike fenders JTek bar end shifter for an internally geared hub not on bike presently. Flip Flop Hub

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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from a locked storage unit. The door was broken and the bikes taken. Happened sometime between 8:00PM and 8:00AM from 6/14-6/15

Motobecane Cafe Sprint

Location

1100 North Lasalle street
Maple street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 15, 2014 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
21"
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is scratched up but working condition is fine. No bottle holder or bike stand.

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?: 
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?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen between 10 PM to around 7 AM by 1100 Lasalle street on the the Maple street alley side. Lock seems to have been taken along with bike.

Schwinn Deluxe Racer

Location

Residence
2935 W. Logan Blvd.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 14, 2014 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Vintage bike - 1958 Schwinn Deluxe Racer - two different color grips - one black, off brand, one cream vintage marked "Schwinn." The bike had a new Sturmy-Archer shift on the right side of the handlebars; no rear reflector on the rear fender; one of the pedals was missing some rubber.

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?: 
Was in garage with other bikes.
Incident Description: 
Left the house for 30 minutes - one bike was in the courtyard (locked secured gated). When I returned the bike that had been in the courtyard was in the rear alley and the bike that had been in the garage was gone.