Recent Reports

Jamis Bosa Nova / Bossa Nova

Location

Garage
2721 Park Place
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
L - 58 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black reflective tape over all logos. Chicago flag sticker on top tube. SKS metal fenders. Selle SMP seat. No reflectors in spokes; reflective tape on each rim. Steel crowned fork. Black rear rack. Black bash guard. 28c Gator Hard Shell tires.

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?: 
Not locked
Incident Description: 
Bike was in my unlocked garage. Thieves stole mine plus 3 others from neighboring garages.

RadCity 5 Plus Step-Thru

Location

Lincoln Square / Ravenswood
2742 West Giddings Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 20, 2024 - 12:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a front basket and bright orange children's seat on the back with stickers (Bike Gride Now)

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 hour
Incident Description: 
Bike was brought into locked and high fence backyard at 12:30, gone when I came back outside at 2pm. Back gate was open so must have been taken out through the alley way. Potentially spotted by a neighbor blocks away two 20 somethings - male riding bike, woman in the kids seat.

Rad Power Mini foldeable with Basket WHITE

Location

1651 N Artesian Ave
Artesian Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 20, 2024 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Color: 
WHITE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Thick tires, great condition! basket has rain damange

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hrs
Incident Description: 
Bike was behind a locked fence-- someone jumped the condo fence in order to get the bike

Felt Verza Speed 50

Location

528 W. Addison St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 13, 2024 - 4:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
54-56 in
Color: 
Purple with blue stripes
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Felt verza 50 purple with blue stripes, good condition medium to large size stolen from alley in Lakeview East

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Bike was not locked, I was about to leave on it
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from alley in lakeview east near addison and lake shore. Suspect was a white Male about 5'8 to 6 feet tall wearing a white shirt. Bike was taken right in front of my open back door.

Specialized Tarmac

Location

904 Webster
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 4:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition with saddle bag and

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Older U-Lock w/ Round Key
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Stored here
Incident Description: 
Two Thieves cut bike lock from garage and stole this one bike

Trek FX1 Disc

Location

Parking lot next to building
768 W Jackson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black with scratches

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 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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked up my bike last night around 7:00 and then when I returned this morning it was gone.

Giant Escape 3 Hybrid size small

Location

Clyborn Metra Stop
1641 W Armitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, September 9, 2024 - 2:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
mostly black with some blue stripes and gray lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It's all black but has two blue stripes going longways in the middle of the frame. The lettering is gray, and the seat is a short distance seat that's black with some blue striping.

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?: 
10 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked the bike at the Clyborn Metra stop and got on the 7:40am train toward Kenosha. I didn't get back until maybe 6/7pm, and when I returned, it was gone. I locked the bike with an ABUS U lock and locked the frame to the bike rack. When I returned, there was not sign of the bike or the lock, and no shavings on the ground that I could see.

AVENTON ABOUND

Location

335 N Michigan Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 11:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
202306
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Large cargo e-bike. Has child's seat attached to the back and handrails.

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 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?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike outside of 335 N Michigan Ave at 1050AM. I went in for an appointment. I came outside just before 12PM, and the bike was gone. The bike was locked to outside of the stairwell frame for the stairs that lead down to Lower Wacker.It was locked with a cable lock attached to a U-Lock. The cable lock was cut. My helmet and the lock were left behind.

Kona Dew Plus / Green 2021

Location

4452 North Greenview Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
AK91140116
Color: 
Green/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used. Disc brakes. Crane bell, black. Mounts for bike lights, front and rear. Rear axle hitch for Burley bike trailer. Seat post has mount for Salamander Kayak/Surf board trailer. Misc Chain 6,7,8 S-Ride Cassette 8sp 11-32T Shimano Alivio M430 9-Speed Rear Derailleur Pulley Set TANGE LN-3912 CARTRIDGE BEARING BB 68x110 BLK Cane Creek 40ZS44/28.6 / ZS44/30 Short Cover Headset Black Maxxis Overdrive Tire - 700 x 38, Clincher, Wire, Black, Single, K2

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?: 
12-18 hours
Incident Description: 
Garage was entered somehow.

Rivendell Roadeo

Location

4452 North Greenview Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
C16029
Size: 
59cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used Rivendell Roadeo frame (~2012). Custom wheels, front has disc-brake mount. Nitto handlebars with black tape. Paul brakes, black. Brooks C17 All Weather Saddle sram force group set panaracer gravel king tires paul center pull racer brakes Brooks C17 All Weather Saddle - Steel, Black, Men's Velocity Dyad Rim - 700, Disc, Black, 32H, Clincher Shimano Deore FH-6000 Rear Hub - QR x 135mm, Center-Lock, HG10, Black, 32H HB-T610-L DEORE FRONT Q/R HUB 32h BLK Nitto s83 26.8 seat post Gettin' Hungry Stem - Lettuce 90 Black Brooks Microfiber Padded Handlebar Tape - Black MOD176 ALLOY ROAD BAR 142mm DROP 26.0x420mm SIL

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 week
Incident Description: 
Garage was broken in to. Back gate (to yard) appears to have been opened, and person entered garage through yard.

Specialized Diverge E5

Location

The Raven Too Apartment Building
4736 N Ravenswood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 14, 2024 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC025012281T
Size: 
54 inch
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand New White Specialized Diverge 54 inch Gravel bike with black bottle cage and silver lettering.

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?: 
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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Went to lunch at Cultivate parked my bike with a U-Lock on a bike rack at 2:40 pm outside the Raven Too apartment building. Returned at 4:15pm to find the bike lock cut and the bike gone.

Schwinn Voyageur GS Hybrid Bike

Location

Peak Properties
1615 Ridge Ave
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 14, 2024 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
700c (27.5) wheels, XS 13”
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is in good condition aside from some dust and scruff. It was parked behind an apartment building at Ridge and Church in Evanston, IL.

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?: 
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?: 
1 or 2 days
Incident Description: 
I have no clue what couldve happened as the bike is gone along with the lock and front tire. I must've locked it poorly but I didn't expect any incident as it was locked in teh alley of the apartment building that usually is only accessed by residents.

Motobecane Super Mirage

Location

Clark Street
2728 N Clark St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, September 9, 2024 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
do not know
Size: 
48
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
near new condition. black saddle and handlebar tape. one black water bottle in one of the cages from a local shop "Heritage Coffee & Bikes" was on the bike. A red locking cable was wrapped around the handlebars. There was a green bullet-pack bag under the saddle, and a red safety light on the back of that bag. the bike has disc brakes and 38c wide tires.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30 seconds
Incident Description: 
I put the bike in the door way of the Amazon store at 2728 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614 and went in to pickup a package. 30 seconds later and man runs in and tells me a black man in a red coat stole my bike. I took off running after him and could see him ahead of me, but could never catch him. I filed a report with the police and have asked Amazon for any video to help me find the bike. So far Amazon has provided nothing.

Marlin 6 Gen 2

Location

Residence Home
4601 North Paulina Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 12, 2024 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU085JC0999T
Size: 
S
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bontrager Rear Mount Adjustable Kickstand

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?: 
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Since it was purchased in January 2024.
Incident Description: 
The bicycle was locked to my younger daughter's bike in the residence garage. On Thursday, my wife on her way to go out noticed that the Marlin 6 was missing from the garage and saw that the cable with integrated padlock was cut. She then sent me a text message about it taking a picture of the lock being cut. The garage door was blocked open and we think this is how they managed to enter, check the garage and steal the bike. We informed Saxony Properties (Rental Agency) about it.

Jamis Sequel

Location

Parking lot at corner of lincoln and Bernice
Lincoln
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 13, 2024 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Burnt orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black wavy fenders, small painted flowers, back rack (black)

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?: 
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 5 hours.
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to fence outside of my work where I park it every day. Was not there when I left work and neither was the lock.

Mrs

Location

Bike Rack Location
Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, Cook , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 13, 2024 - 8:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
17"
Color: 
Light Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Hamburger Bell, Rear Rack, Hitch for tagalong on seat, Ergonomic grips with extension

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?: 
A few days
Incident Description: 
My wife locked her bike at a bike rack for her haircut, and when she tried to unlock it, for some reason, the combination wasn't working. When I came back to try to cut the lock, the bike was gone. I would guess someone came and cut the lock and took the bike.

Specialized Diverge

Location

Brompton Apartments
711 W Brompton Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 12, 2024 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
wsbc025017783r
Color: 
Sage Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition. Frame mount bike lock. Kozy’s Cyclery sticker

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?: 
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?: 
6 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked in gated courtyard of building. Last seen yesterday evening and was gone by morning. No evidence of anything left over. Bike and lock were missing.

Specialized ROLL 2.0

Location

Lincoln Park
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC020007945S
Color: 
teal/green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
relatively 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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 years
Incident Description: 
Someone got through our locked front gate, walked back to our garage, let themselves in and stole our bicycles

TREK Model FX 1 STAGGER DISC

Location

Home
1661 N Dayton Street,
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU272XC2079S
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Cell phone holder with a sticker from Tarantula bikes, easily removable. Water holder. Lights.

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?: 
2 years
Incident Description: 
Bike in garage, not locked to anything. G

Columbia

Location

Walgreens
3045 W 26th St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 - 1:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

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 minute
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen outside of Walgreens (3045 W 26th St)