Recent Reports

Ironhorse, model Urban

Location

Near entrance to Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago, north rack
2200 N. Cannon Drive
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 25, 2011 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
0500012043
Size: 
17" frame, 26" wheels
Color: 
grey and silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
handle extensions on handlebars, messenger rack on rear, headlight, tailight, small underseat bag is red, mismatched pedals, mismatched pedal arms, mismatched tires & rims, 7-speeds (only rear derailer)

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour!
Incident Description: 
It was a crowded set of bike racks. Another arrival was locking his bike to a chain along a nearby service driveway. When I returned, only a few bike remained (all of which had U-bolt locks connected to the bike racks).

Trek Earl

Location

California Clipper
california/augusta
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 24, 2011 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
wtv186po570
Size: 
57cm
Color: 
light blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Newer. Split top tube. Surly handlebars and upside down, white BERN sticker on the chain stays

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 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?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
I locked it up outside. Went in, had 2 drinks came out to leave and no longer had a bike.

Schwinn

Location

Merchandise Mart
350 N Wells
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 26, 2011 - 7:03am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26 inches
Color: 
blue and white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike less than year old, white on top with light blue on bottom. Shocks/suspension on front tire and on seat. Gel bike seat cover attahched.

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?: 
0-4 hours
Incident Description: 
I parked my bike and locked it on a city bike rack outside of the Merchandise Mart. Around 4 pm I was on my lunch break from work and saw that it was missing.

red diamond mountain bike

Location

stolen at intersection of Lincoln Ave., Sheffield, & Wrightwood
1023 West Wrightwood
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 25, 2011 - 11:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
lost info
Size: 
male, regular size
Color: 
red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
worn seat, purple handle bars covered with black tape, had a front basket I was holding together with a gray bungie cord, had the front reflector tied with hemp to the basket handle. Plastic gray back flap.

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?: 
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 hour
Incident Description: 
Was a cut and grab. If the basket is still attached - it is totally identifiable and if I see it - I will get it back.

53cm 2003 Bianchi Pista

Location

Outside the Blue Line stop at Milwaukee and Spaulding
Milwuakee Ave & Spaulding Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 25, 2011 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
53cm
Color: 
Grey and black frame
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike had a few scratches and dings, but for the most part, was in good cosmetic condition. It is a 2003 grey and black Bianchi Pista. Pink Phil Wood hubs and pink Deep-V rims. Pink Nitto riser bars, pink Sugino Messenger crank set, Eggbeater pedals, pink Velo saddle. Glow in the dark Oury grips.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
35 minutes
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked to a street sign post with a newer u-lock w/flat key. Someone came by in the 35 minutes that the bike was locked up outside, and removed the bolts from the sign post allowing them to take the bike. U-lock and all. Broad daylight.

Trek 7.3X

Location

Lincoln Park
Near Clark and Fullerton
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 20, 2011 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU149C0436E
Size: 
20
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New condition, bright blue colored frame. Champaign Cycle sticker on frame.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
< 2 months
Incident Description: 
Stolen along with a Trek 4900 from a locked garage with no sign of forced entry.

Trek 4900

Location

Lincoln Park
Near Clark and Fullerton
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 20, 2011 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WW1725648
Size: 
17.5
Color: 
Navy and Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition; front suspension; end bars; toe clips; seat leash; headlight; tail light; computer; portable tire pump on frame Unique: Has a Champaign Cycle sticker 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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
< 2 months
Incident Description: 
Bike was inside a locked garage with no sign of forced entry. Thieves also took another bike from the same garage on the same on the rack.

2010 Gary Fisher Wingra

Location

Clybourn Metra stop
Ashland, just south of armitage and elston
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 24, 2011 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU084C0712F
Size: 
21 inches
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like New. Has black plastic toe clips, pinhead locking wheel skewers, and black water bottle cage with yellow dial

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?: 
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?: 
1/2 day locked at 6:30 am, by 2 it was gone
Incident Description: 
My bike was u-locked to a bike rack in front of Clybourn Metra Stop, at the Ashland entrance. Locked up at 6:30am, by 2:15 the bike and the lock were gone and another bike was locked to the bike rack where mine had been.

Trek

Location

Dotomi
168 N Clinton
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 24, 2011 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Silver and Maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition with rearview mirrow on left handle, splash gards on the tires and rack on the back tire.

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?: 
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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike to a lamp post just south of the entrance to 168 N Clinton at 9:30 AM. I used a cable and U-Lock with flat key. I walked out at 12:15PM for lunch and found my bike gone including the cable and lock. :(

Raleigh Revenio 3.0

Location

Garage at condo complex
3534 N Hermitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 22, 2011 - 7:55am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U07K13458
Size: 
52cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black bike with neon green tires and neon green trim. Brand 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 a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
This is the permanent location for the bike. Is there every night.
Incident Description: 
I last saw the bike at 11 PM on June 21. Was gone at work June 22 and came back that evening at 11 PM and the bike was gone. It is like it disappeared. Nothing was broken and lock was missing along with bike. It was locked up to a copper water pipe attached to the garage. I filed a police report last night but do not have the number.

K2 Road Bike

Location

Ipsento
2035 N. Western Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 22, 2011 - 2:51pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
19 inch
Color: 
Off white and black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a race tag on the cross bar; pedals with toe clips

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?: 
Several days
Incident Description: 
My bike was in our garage -- unlocked. I just found our garage door open and the bike gone. Nothing else was taken from our garage.

2011 SIRRUS SPORT

Location

Loop
33 N Dearborn
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 22, 2011 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
200469985
Size: 
large
Color: 
yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike was in good condition. It is a large yellow Sirrus Specialized. I had installed skewers on wheels

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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen at a busy intersection at Dearborn/Washington during the middle of the day. The lock was sawed through. I found the lock at the base of the bike rack.

Panasonic Sport 1000

Location

Do Division Street Fest
Hoyne and Potomac
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 4, 2011 - 2:25pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
48 cm
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
a please recycle sticker on rear post, grateful dead sticker bottom post, a sticker saying wook on top bar and front fork, blue chain, blue front real, Panasonic brand

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Up to 3 hrs
Incident Description: 
Locked my bike up with a U-lock and walked into festival at around 7:30 pm when i went to go get my bike and go home at aroun 11 pm it was gone. I searhed for it for a week thinking maybe I had forgotten where I left it but it never turned up. I was shit faced and I have a feeling that the culprit saw me lock my bike up and got to work shortly after I locked my bike up knowing that I would not be back for some time.

Bianchi Pista

Location

Garage
Kedzie and Bloomingdale
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 22, 2011 - 12:10pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
59cm
Color: 
Baby Blue/Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Near perfect, the frame was painted baby blue/grayish. Flat handles. Nothing flashy, one brake. no stickers or anything on it, the frame is plain.

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 there this morning, someone broke into garage and took it.
Incident Description: 
The bike was in the garage this morning and last seen at noon, we checked at 2;30 to use it and it was gone. They left two other vintage cruise bikes but took the Pista. It was painted so im not sure if they can tell what it is.

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.