Recent Reports

Schwinn

Location

Garland/Lake
Garland
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 14, 2012 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
light green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good, bike was probably 3 years +

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hours

Specialized Allez

Location

Apartment
708 N. Wood St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 14, 2012 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
60-inch
Color: 
Black with red and white lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost brand-new condition, purchased from Kozy's on Des Plaines Ave.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Between 1 and 5 days

Jamis Commuter 4.0

Location

1100 Lasalle St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 25, 2012 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
18.5
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike in good overall conditions, has rack, fenders, custom parts including new shimano disk brakes, anti-theft skewers by pinhead, road-bike style curved handlebars

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 street sign.

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

Raleigh Detour 4.5

Location

Medici Bakery
1327 E 57th St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 27, 2012 - 11:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
BUS022611901
Size: 
19"
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new, small scuffs, finicky rear derailleur, loose front light

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 a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3-4 hours
Incident Description: 
I have no idea how it was stolen, given that I had it very thoroughly locked up.

Specialized Vita

Location

Bucktown
N. Honore
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 24, 2012 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black with dark pink grips
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
new

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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Not locked
Incident Description: 
Forgot to bring in bike, left on front patio of my house behind locked gate which has pointed/sharp posts, thief jumped fence.

Trek 1000

Location

Home
Touhy Ave and California Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 25, 2012 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
small adult, women's butterfly seat
Color: 
Red, white and blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
10 year old bike but great condition, bike seat with a butterfly on it, moleskin on the rear post where the bike lock rubs onto the frame, red handlebar tape

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?: 
not locked, kept in the garage all the time between rides
Incident Description: 
The bike is kept in a closed garage between rides, the U-lock is on the frame. The bike was in the garage when I left for work at 830am and gone when I returned at 4pm. No other items from the garage were stolen (ie another bike, lawn equipment, tennis raquets etc).

Windsor The Hour

Location

Bucktown
2100 W Armitage
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 10, 2012 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
unknown
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Black w/ flat silver pedals
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black Windsor The Hour w/ silver pedals.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
10 days
Incident Description: 
I had the bike in a storage room in my basement at the 2100 block of West Armitage and it was only locked to itself - nothing else. I hadn't used my bike in a week and so it could have been taken between 10/7 and 10/14.

dirt bike

Location

RIVERWEST
516 N ADA ST
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 23, 2012 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
med
Color: 
purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
very good condition almost new

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 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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
year
Incident Description: 
STOLEN OFF MY BACK PATIO WAS LOCK TO MY FENCE .MY DOG WAS BARKING BUT THEY WERE GONE BEFORE I COULD SEE WHAT WAS GOING ON.

Gravity Liberty CX

Location

EY
155 N Wacker dr
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 24, 2012 - 9:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
50 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new

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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike up outside of where I work at 730am. At about 930 am a bike messenger came up and locked up a crappy old bike and then about 4 minutes later took my bike. I saw it on the buildings security footage.

K2 2008 Zed 2.0

Location

Boise State University Boise , ID
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
ICK27B0561
Color: 
Dark Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Mostly all reflectors have been removed, aftermarket parts

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?: 
on/off 2 months
Incident Description: 
Stolen from the side (main walkway) for residents in college dorm hall

KHS 100

Location

Home
2500 blocK OF N. BURLING ST
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 23, 2012 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
SMALL FRAME
Color: 
ROYAL BLUE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
THIS BIKE IS ABOUT 8 YEARS OLD SO HAS A BIT OF WEAR AND TEAR ON IT. I HAVE NEVER HAD GRIP PADS CHANGED AND IF IT STILL HAS IT I HAD AN OLD TAG FROM DOING THE KALAMAZOO SOUTH HAVEN(KAL-HAVEN) TRAIL ON IT'S FRONT POST. THIS BIKE HAS SEEN ME THROUGH MORE UPS AN DOWNS THAN MY DOG AND IS PART OF ME SO I WOULD BE SO THANKFUL TO GET IT BACK. ANY LEADS WOULD BE APPRECIATED

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?: 
30 MINutes
Incident Description: 
ALONG with my sons bike which was also in garage...an individual was walking by my garage when I left for about 30 min. he clearly showed interest in the interior of the garage but I didn't think it would happen. When I got home 30 min later the garbage cans had been positioned to allow the individual to climb up and over side door, once inside he unlocked interior lock, took bikes and left. I believe he had help as it would have been very difficult to do all of this in such a short time and remove 2 bikes.

Fuji Declaration

Location

HOME
2500 BLOCK OF N. BURLING ST
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 23, 2012 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
grey frame
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
red front rim and purple back rim

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?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
The bike was located inside our garage unlocked. The individual was walking down the alley when I was leaving and I could see him eyeing the interior of the garage but I didn't want to overreact. I left, made sure garage door closed but when I came back 30 min later someone had climbed side gate using the garbage cans, once inside he unlocked the door, came inside to garage and took this bike plus another (in a second report). I believe he must have had a driver in a truck or other because to do all of that and then 'walk' two bikes away would be very tough. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THE PHOTO HAS A DIFFERENT RIM ON THE BACK THAN WHAT IT HAD WHEN STOLEN...CONDITION WHEN STOLEN WAS A PURPLE RIM

Iron Horse

Location

Waldron Deck at Soldier Field Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 22, 2012 - 7:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in excellent condition. It has a carrier and a black pouch. There was a helmet, rear light and front light as well that went missing. It was secured by a chain lock to a handicap parking post on Waldreon Deck at Soldier Field on Monday 22nd October. It went missing sometime after 7:00 pm.

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?: 
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was secured by a chain lock to a handicap parking post on Waldreon Deck at Soldier Field on Monday 22nd October at 3:15pm during the Bears game tailgate. This handicap parking sign was next to the Porta-Potty. It went missing sometime after 7:00 pm.

Ladies Schwinn Suburban

Location

2027 N. Humbolt blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 22, 2012 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
copper
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
High bars, white kid's banana seat, pink & purple spokie dokes on spokes. Older bike frame so looked well ridden. Still had front & back fenders, back fender scratched and dented from previous wipe-out

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 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?: 
1-2 months
Incident Description: 
Bike lock was cut some time between 10PM on 10/22 to 9AM 10/23 and bike taken.

felt s22

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 21, 2012 - 10:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
F1208K2448
Size: 
52
Color: 
black red white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
brand new . Just bought it yesterday. it had a track bike phrame , and it has been converted to single speed.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
couple of hours
Incident Description: 
safely locked with an ongaurd lock. i had cables going through the wheels to prevent losing my wheels. it was secure against a pole .its still a mystery to me how they broke the lock. they must have used heavy machinery because those locks are hard to break. the bike and the lock and the wires are all gone.

Specialized Hard Rock

Location

Area WHere Stolen
rockwell st and cortez
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 20, 2012 - 11:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
between 19 to 23
Color: 
silver, black, red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
used, over 10 years old, some caked dirt on it most likely. Handle bar grips very worn. KICKSTAND BROKEN OFF. Metal on handle bars worn/scratched, both rims are very slightly bent, very slightly. Gold metal caps on the air valves on both tires.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Padlock
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?: 
2 to 5 hours
Incident Description: 
bike was left in locked, enclosed area with 8 foot high fences around it. area was only accessible by scaling high wrough iron or wooden fences. This was in an alley way in front of parked cars in neighborhood near rockwell and cortez. Bike was likely spotted and walked away with.

Specialized Mountain Bike

Location

Harlem Blue Line Station
Harlem Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 20, 2012 - 8:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Grey/Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition - about 4 years old

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?: 
Bike was locked at the Harlem Blue Line Station (O'Hare line) - was locked there approx. 7 hours
Incident Description: 
(photo is of a similar bike)

Trek - Niko S (Gary Fisher collection)

Location

Harlem Blue Line Station
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 20, 2012 - 8:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
White with teal trim
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand spanking new - white with teal trim, Gary Fisher collection

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?: 
Bike was locked at the Harlem Blue Line Station (O'Hare line) - was locked there approx. 7 hours

Specialized Allez

Location

Paulina Meat Market
3501 North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 21, 2012 - 12:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
marroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
had special petals (speed play & clipless for specially designed shoes). Purchased & had Village Cycle Center silver logo on bike. Had 2 water bottle holders & wired computer set up (actual computer not attached) & a bell on the right hand side. Seat had kryptonite lock (yellow). Condition was very good but with some scratches

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 a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours

Schwinn 24" Girl's Ranger Bike

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 13, 2012 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
24"
Color: 
White and Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New bike with standard black seat. Seat had a scuff on the back corner. There was a black rear road bike rack with my U-lock attached to it and a Bern matte finish black helmet with a blue racer stripe and visor.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
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 park it here over night. It was left in our two car garage from Friday to Sunday
Incident Description: 
My bike and helmet were parked unlocked in our two-car garage for the weekend. Garage is attached to our house and was not left open. We think someone synced a garage door opener to our garage door to get in. There was no forced entry. When we reset all our remote codes, the next morning someone had emptied the dumpster right in front of our garage door. We're thinking they came back to grab a few more items and when they couldn't get in, they got angry.