Recent Reports

Trek 7000

Location

35 E Wacker Dr
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 27, 2008 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU316C2634C
Size: 
17.5
Color: 
Silver/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Small tear on the left side of seat revealing a bit of the tan foam cushion. Rear wheel is slightly bent and rubs a bit against the brake when spun.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Approx. eight hours
Incident Description: 
I was inside 35 E Wacker Dr working security and my bike was locked up just outside. The location seemed good enough since it is a heavily trafficked area. It was there during daylight hours and disappeared.

Trek

Location

2970 N Sheridan Rd
2970 N Sheridan Road
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 25, 2008 - 12:42pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Dark Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
3 months old. very good condition. some scratches on the handle bar.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from in front of apartment building.

09' Trek 3700

Location

Ravenswood Metra
Ravenswood and Leland
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 25, 2008 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
19"
Color: 
Aluminum
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was basically brand new. Aluminum in color with Black writing. and some green on the bike.

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?: 
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?: 
September 25th from 5:30 am until 7:45 pm.
Incident Description: 
Bike was only ridden to the ravenswood train station once and was then stolen. I have a police report # as well as the serial # on the bike. If you have any idea where this bike may be, please let me know, and I will be happy to show proof of serial number and original purchase. I will be more than happy to pay a reward.

Specialized Epic

Location

Lakeview YMCA
3333 N. Marshfield Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 27, 2008 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
-Red frame with white writing -White Scareb front shocks -Fox Rear Shocks with the specialized brain -Black wheels (These are unique to my bike) -Deore XT levers (Unique to my bike) -Two white water bottle holders

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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
I've been working out at the Lakeview YMCA for three weeks now. I noticed there were other nice bikes locked up out front and it seemed like a nice neighborhood. Furthermore, there was security on site and cameras looking right at the bike racks. Anyhow, I locked the bike up at around 6:00PM and walked out of the gym at 8:15 only to find that my bike was stolen. I filed a report with YMCA security and they said they would review the security cameras.

schwinn moab

Location

Northeastern il university campus
5500 north st.louis ave 60625
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 23, 2008 - 4:23am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
19'
Color: 
blue/white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
she has couple years wear on her. the bike tire is a presta and the front is a schreader. she had a green seat bag with a tool on her and a small black pump on the frame. and it has knock off SPD clipless pedals on it

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?: 
five hours
Incident Description: 
i think someone cut the cable lock and ran away with my bike.

gary fisher advance

Location

albany food mart logan square
albany and fullerton
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 25, 2008 - 11:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
32SBT51427TK
Size: 
adult
Color: 
orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
scratched top bar great condition where the scratches are its kinda yellow

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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 min
Incident Description: 
just stopped to grab a bottle of water, paid, and gone.

Cannondale H200 Hybrid (Light Blue)

Location

In front of McGaw YMCA
1000 Grove St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, September 22, 2008 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
26" tires ~ 21" frame
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
15 years old not in great condition but runs well. Had halogen fr light and LED on rear seat post, black rack w/ red and yellow bungee cords, fenders with rear one broken where it attaches to frame. Newer seat with hole in middle.

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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 minutes
Incident Description: 
Forgot key to my lock and went into the Y briefly to drop stuff off and "fake" locked my bike by placing U lock on it in a crowded rack of bikes. Apparently not a very good trick as when I got out it was gone. Signed, Faith in humanity

not known

Location

6728 n fairfield ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 6, 2008 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
not know
Size: 
a mens bike
Color: 
blue sliver white and black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
the bike look brand new never been used until this year. part of the bars come up.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
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?: 
1 week
Incident Description: 
someone came into are yard and cut the heavy duty cable

Trek 7000 : FOUND!!!!!

Location

My Home
5600 N Winthrop
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, September 22, 2008 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
The serial number is on the bike!
Color: 
Silver/black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This bike was flung over our 7 foot carport gate. Aside from some minor damage (I think), this bike is in very good condition and looks either new or very well cared for.

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?: 
This bike was found on Sept. 22 in the AM
Incident Description: 
I found this bike, laying in my carport when I went out in the morning. I am assuming that it is stolen and was ditched for some reason, while the thieves were in our back alley. After calling 311 and the police, they were decidedly unhelpful and seemed disinterested in finding the owner and said I could bring the bike in to them (which I assume would mean that it would be impounded and forgotten unless someone files a theft report and is diligent about it. I thought I would try this and some other options before I turn it over to them in hopes of finding the owner as the bike looks like it is either new/well cared for. I am not a "bike person" but it looks like it is an average sized bike and does have a few identifiers and the serial number is on the bike itself!

Gary Fisher Wingra

Location

Home garage
1518 n fairfield
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 20, 2008 - 1:28pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
wtu264c112c
Size: 
24" mens
Color: 
flat black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, two months. Red Stickers still on tire. Large kryptonite link attached to center upright frame post(a bit unusual) simple silver electronic speedometer, lights front and rear, front light is of the yellow type, again a bit uncommon.

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?: 
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, hung in rack in garage.
Incident Description: 
Noticed this evening, bike was no longer there. Only 2 families share garage. Nobody sure when left open. Somebody saw an opportunity, ran in and snatched bike and evidently rode away.

Trek 7300

Location

Home garage
6428 N. Talman Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 20, 2008 - 12:03am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
17.5
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Red cable lock, excellent condition

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?: 
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?: 
10 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was in garage. Came out in the morning to see garage open and that bike was missing.

2008 KHS Urban X

Location

Office
70 W. Madison
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 16, 2008 - 3:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
TBA
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new KHS.

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?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than 2 hours.
Incident Description: 
Am stunned due to the foot traffic and the fact that building employees are in plain view of the bikes.

FOUND: Modified Worksman adult cargo tricycle

Location

Star Lounge
2521 W Chicago Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 20, 2008 - 8:24am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Worksman reverse trike--one wheel in the rear, two in front. Step-thru frame. Rear wheel has chrome fender. Rear section from wheels to drivetrain are original. The entire front from headset to steering bars, wheels, and cargo area appear to be hand-welded and are unpainted. Cargo unit, constructed of black drilled steel, resembles a front-loading construction lift, but is static, not articulated.

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
Incident Description: 
Purchased in front of Star Lounge for $10, from a gentleman I can only assume was not the rightful owner.

Trek 800

Location

CUPPA Hall, UIC
412 S. Peoria
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 18, 2008 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue Trek 800, torn seat, new chain, water bottle holder, foot inserts on pedals (partially broke) Photo link, best I have: http://flickr.com/photos/reallyboring/2821357141/in/set-72157607068448659/

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1-1.5 hours
Incident Description: 
Man across street noticed I had been looking at the rack trying to find my bike. Informed me that he had noticed several bike being stolen having the locks been cut. Thiefs took off south bound toward the UIC campus. One may have tried to get on the train.

Giant

Location

7320 N Ashland Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 17, 2008 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
Red/Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Red bicycle with Silver trim, rusty chain and gears. The front braking cable is loose. The front rim is white, and the rear rim is black.

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?: 
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?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
My son locked the bike to a fence in the backyard of his friend's house. 30 minutes later, the bike and lock are gone.

Seven Aerios - Titanium

Location

Garage
550 W. Wellington
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 11, 2008 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
4455N78
Size: 
Top tube ~ 49 cm
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition. Light Blue Seven decals with white border on down tube, light blue Aerios decals on top tube. Seven etched in white on seatpost. Two-toned blue handle bar tape. Speedplay pedals. higher Gear seatpost bag. Mavic Ksyrium wheels. Campagnolo Record triple component group. Mavic computer.

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?: 
Was locked inside a Saab 9-3 inside a garage. The car was stolen
Incident Description: 
My apartment was broken into and other items were stolen including TVs, oriental rug, jewelery and coats. Two cars keys were taken from the apartment. The bicycle was locked inside a locked garage. The thieves was the car keys to access the car and used the garage door opener to exit the garage, stealing both the car and the bicycle locked inside. Residents of the the building saw a blue minivan enter the garage by following another resident into the gargage but when confronted, left confusidly. This occured at ~1:00p. Another resident saw the car parked in garage at 12:30p but is was gone when the returned at 2:30p. The crime occured between 1:00p and 2:30p

Trek 7000

Location

Giordano's: Chicago's World Famous Stuffed Pizza
223 W. JACKSON BLVD.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 16, 2008 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black and Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fairly good condition. The pedals are designed to latch onto the soles of biking shoes. There is an LED light in the front with black electrical tape on it a mount below the seat for a rear blinker, but with the rear blinker missing. The back of the bike has a black rack with two bungee cords strapped to it. A tiny, yellow pouch rests under the seat, facing the rear of the bike.

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?: 
Less than 30 minutes
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike in front of Giordino's and went inside to get an individual-size pizza. When I exited, no more than 30 minutes later, both the bike and lock were stolen.

Schwinn 700C

Location

Home (Garage)
1352 W. Fillmore
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 16, 2008 - 5:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
26 in.
Color: 
Silver and Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, only used 5 times. It had a Kryptonite U-Lock attached to the main bar, so that might still be on it. It was not locked, however, because it was stolen from my garage.

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?: 
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 not locked, it was stolen from my garage which has a malfunctioning door and was open.
Incident Description: 
The bike was in my garage and it was stolen when my garage door malfunctioned and opened while I was at work.

schwinn

Location

Jefferson Park
Jefferson Park blue line metra station
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 16, 2008 - 11:12am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26
Color: 
blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
very good condition (about 3 months old), has suspension, 21

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed 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?: 
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?: 
less than 8 hours
Incident Description: 
I lock my bike in the Jefferson park metra station to take a train, I thought it safe there ..!when i came back around 4.00pm it wasn't there .

Giant

Location

in front of appartment
1040-1044 W. School St.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 11, 2008 - 8:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26"
Color: 
black with red trim
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1995 year bike that's been in the weather. Black tape on seat rod. Two holes on back of seat.

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?: 
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?: 
2 day
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen infront of appartment. I left it there the night before due to a shoulder injury and didn't want to carry down stairs.