Recent Reports

Vitus 979

Location

3000 S Archer Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 9, 2013 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
53
Color: 
Dark Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brakes - Campagnolo Victory (polished aluminum) Levers/shifters - Campagnolo Victory (polished aluminum) Front Deraileur - Campagnolo Victory (polished aluminum) Double Rear Deraileur - Campagnolo Victory (polished aluminum) 6 speed Crank - Campagnolo Victory (polished aluminum) Wheels(Hubs) - Campagnolo Victory (polished aluminum) Stem - Mavic (polished aluminum) Bars - Chopped bullhorns w/ black bar tape Pedals - Campagnolo Victory (polished aluminum) Seat - Concor – super corsa (black) Seat Post - Campagnolo (polished aluminum) Headset - Campagnolo (polished aluminum) Notes: This picture was taken when the bike was first purchased and doesn't show all the current conditions. The bottle cage has been removed the bars changed and the bar tape and tires are now black.

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?: 
NA
Incident Description: 
This bike was one of two bikes stolen from my apartment during a burglary.

Fuji Team Issue 2005

Location

3000 S Archer Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 9, 2013 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
52
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brakes - Shimano Ultegra (polished aluminum) Levers/shifters - Shimano Ultegra (polished aluminum) Front Deraileur - Shimano Ultegra Double (polished aluminum) Rear Deraileur - Shimano Ultegra 9 speed (polished aluminum) Crank - Shimano 105 (Black) Wheels - Mavic Ksyrium SSC SL 700c (Black) Computer - Specialized (White) Stem and Bars - 3T Zepp (Black) Pedals - Speed Play (stainless) Notes: The wheels were recently replaced and not in the picture here. There are two silver bottle cages now. There is an extra front brake lever on the left side of the bars that is black.

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?: 
NA
Incident Description: 
This bike is one of two bikes that were stolen from my home during a burglary.

biomega nevis puma

Location

sawyer and fullerton
3240 West Fullerton Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 25, 2013 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
mens frame
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
in excellent condition. front carrier integrated onto the handlebar. traditional cruiser style. black bike with white puma marking on frame.

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was inside a locked and covered storage area located in the back porch area of an apartment building. Wondering if someone gained access from the neighboring building's rooftop.

Haley Tricycle Cargo Bike Custom w/ Turquoise Wood Box & Fold-Out Bookshelves

Location

Residence yard
Logan Blvd & Richmond
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 25, 2013 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
unavailable
Size: 
sized for a 5"2'-5"6' person.
Color: 
Black frame, large turquoise and white box on the FRONT.
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This is a custom built bicycle by Haley Trikes in Philadelphia. It is a front loading cargo bike, built for holding books: and so the box opens to show shelves and a lockable compartment. It is a 3 speed, internal hub. The BiblioTreka is a custom tricycle previously known as The Book Bike. It was custom designed by Haley Trikes with fold-out wood shelves to cycle books around Chicago. It is extremely heavy and cumbersome, and in fantastic shape. The bike itself is black and the box with the shelves is painted turquoise and white.

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 metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days.
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked up inside a yard with an unlocked gate. It was last seen at 1AM. Sometime between 1AM and 8AM someone cut the lock and left the lock at the scene.

Raleigh 2010 Cruiser

Location

Home
3057 W Eastwood ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 23, 2013 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White ladies Raleigh bicycle. Just installed a new rack and had a new seat post installed to fit the rack. The old seat was a quick release and the old parts were still attached to the bike when it was stolen. My white bell helmet was also taken as well as my lock. Was stolen overnight between Friday 8/22 overnight and Saturday morning 8/23.

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?: 
every night for 3 months
Incident Description: 
Bike was in locked courtyard overnight. This night I forgot to lock it since it was in a locked courtyard and it was not there in the morning.

1973 Sears-Steyr

Location

946 W. 19th St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 25, 2013 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
Metallic Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was mostly original, had new pedals, stem, and rubber hand grips. Had a 3=speed internal hub.

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?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
Thief broke into garage to steal bicycle.

Bianchi Eros

Location

709 Monroe
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 21, 2013 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Celeste
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Replaced handlebars with cruiser bars with rapid-fire mountain shifters and pink bartape (not pictured). Missing rear brakes. Brown "The Recyclery" sticker. Purchased used in 2004.

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?: 
1-3 days.
Incident Description: 
Bike was left unlocked on a 3rd floor alley porch.

700c Schwinn Varsity 1200 Men's Road Bike

Location

Eleven city diner
1112 s Wabash
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 25, 2013 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
SNMNG12K17469
Size: 
28-622 (700x280)
Color: 
Black with silver, red accent colors
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, purchased in May 2013. Model number 52678WMFDS. Initials written under bike seat.

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?: 
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?: 
Less than 1 hour
Incident Description: 
Bike cable cut, left front tire at the scene, outside of Eleven City Diner on Wabash. Eleven City Diner has exterior security cameras. Owner will check video to review.

Novara

Location

535 w. briar pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 3, 2013 - 9:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue white mountain bike

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1week
Incident Description: 
Bikes were stolen from the apartment basement garage and bikes were locked to the bike rack with a combination lock.

1976 Schwinn Varsity

Location

Home
1004 S. Oakley Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 8, 2013 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
White with red and blue decals (bicentennial edition)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This 1976 Schwinn Varsity Bicentennial edition has a old registration sticker from Grayslake, IL and a red handlebar bag.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
Was storing my bike in the basement of our apartment building. The door, which is hidden under the back stairway, was left unlocked and the bike was unlocked inside. The bike had been left in this location for months under these conditions without being stolen. It was stolen between August 8th and 17th, when I discovered it stolen.

Brooklyn cruiser willow

Location

1835 w. Ohio
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 20, 2013 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
BLC13020479
Size: 
Large
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new. Had a pink ibert baby seat on front (may have been removed to sell separately). White light on front and back attached by Velcro.

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?: 
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?: 
1hour
Incident Description: 
I was temporarily leaving bike in front of my house inside of locked gate at 815 am. When my husband left for work one hour later, it was gone

Peugeot

Location

My apartment
858 N. Winchester Ave. Apt C
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 20, 2013 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike was in good condition and should be easily recognizable from the attached photo. The only changes are the grey plastic chain guard has since been removed

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
Our garage was broken into and when I came home the door was open and the bike and Ulock that was on it was gone

Black Trek Soho

Location

Melissa Manak
7000 n sheridan
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 24, 2013 - 2:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU211C0348D
Size: 
17.5
Color: 
BLACK
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
AFTER MARKET seats. bar is worn out.

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?: 
12 hours

Specialized Work

Location

apartment
1420 W Addison St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 24, 2013 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC602122601G
Size: 
S
Color: 
Black with silver trim
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2012 bike in new condition. Black with silver features. Silver basket attached to the back. Bolt through tires so that the tires cannot be removed. "Specialized" name on front under handle bars.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
stolen within 12 hours of last seeing
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked with a Kryptonite U-Lock to a wooden table, affixed to the wall. Table was broken off from the wall to steal the bike along with the lock still attached. The robber had access to our basement because the lock to the basement door was broken, and our landlord did not fix it when we called, instead waited 12 hours in which time my bike was stolen.

2007 Specialized Hardrock Sport

Location

My house
4128 W addison
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 21, 2013 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
It is a larger mens bike? Hard to say..it's tall for me, I'm only 5'3"
Color: 
Black and Silver, Official color is "Satin Black Stripe"
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
She was a little muddy at the time and is well loved but in good condition still. Has a Schwinn gel Bike seat. Red and silver metal water bottle cage. Rear rim was a black 32 hole Velocity aeroheat with a mountain bike hub that has a carbon fiber center. I purposefully left the large yellow velocity sticker on the rim. It has a recently new chain and slightly bent derailer

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
My backpack, wallet and keys were stolen last Sunday and I lost my brand new Ulock in the incident because of the keys being lost. I have not been able to purchase a new lock so I have kept it in my locked inner courtyard. No one has keys to enter here except for a few residents we know. I was home at all times with it downstairs.

Specialized Sirrus Elite 2012

Location

Apartment
5416 South Woodlawn Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 14, 2013 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Dark grey, black, orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Lock mounted under seat post.

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 bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Regularly stored it there (in locked laundry room)
Incident Description: 
Someone (or people) broke into the basement of our building where laundry is. They sawed through the metal bike rack and took my bike. (It was locked with a newer U-lock--flat key.)

2011 Schwinn World 21 Commuter

Location

Home
7529 N Winchester
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 22, 2013 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SNIDC11B05282
Size: 
medium height (bike description), but seat is higher than average bike
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new. Black mounted basket in front, that has yellow release (allowing basket to be removed). Fenders front and back.

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: 
Bike was in garage at 3pm on August 21. At 2:30pm, the next day, it was gone. Believe this to have been a crime of opportunity (adjacent garage door was left accidentally open and so thief had access to other garage unit (mine) as well.

Kona Dew 2013

Location

Home
1437 W Huron St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 22, 2013 - 12:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
AJ30019011
Size: 
53 Centimeter
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new with scratches on the middle bar. The back gas valve cap is missing.

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?: 
I put it in my garage everyday after biking home from work
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from my garage, I have a very high suspicion that the thief is trying to sell it on craigslist. http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bar/4019828019.html

Giant Escape 1

Location

Lincoln Professional Center
4305 N. Lincoln Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 22, 2013 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Overall good condition, scrapes on the upper left front fork, seat pouch, rear LED light

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?: 
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?: 
Approximately 3-4 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked bike to street sign when I went into work and when I came out to leave, it was gone along with the lock. No traces of the lock or bike. It was in view of the front of the building on a pretty busy street.

KHS Flite 223

Location

My Apt
2021 N St Louis, Apt 1R
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 22, 2013 - 7:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
V10N00576
Size: 
52cm
Color: 
Red & white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It's probably removed, but I had a sticker w/ my # from the Chicago triathlon on the frame.

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 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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A week
Incident Description: 
The fence was sawed through to remove the bike. I have kept the bike locked there all summer when not in use. Recently, we have noticed some new kids in the area that in retrospect seemed to be scouting the area. They commented on my boyfriends bike once, in a way that they wanted (and eventually planned) to take it. About a week ago, the lights on his bike were stolen, so maybe that was their way to scout out our apt building?