Recent Reports

Jamis Sequel

Location

Howard Brown
1025 w sunnyside Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, March 21, 2022 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
15”
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Jamis Sequel with gumwall tires, bright blue crankbros pedals, specialized power seat, and trailer hitch.

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?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike taken between 11:00am and 1:00pm

Yuba Kombi cargo bike with basked and monkey bar bench seat. Yellow

Location

garage of building
N Orchard St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
available upon request, if you find it contact me
Size: 
cargo
Color: 
Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Basket on front and monkey bar bench seat on the back. Bright yellow

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
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?: 
I've been locking it up for 2 years in garage spot, intruders broke in building and cut the chain
Incident Description: 
Intruders got into the garage, not sure how but we think they broke in the front door of the building and went into the garage spot from there. Bike was chained to a bolt in the floor and the chain was cut

Giant ATX

Location

Saint Mary of the Woods
6955 N Hiawatha Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, February 7, 2024 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
P2GP06042
Size: 
XXS
Color: 
black/grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2021 : great condition

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?: 
N/A
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen in front of Saint Mary of the Woods church at 6955 N Hiawatha Ave, Chicago IL 60646.

Salsa Rangefinder

Location

East Village
N Hermitage
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, March 17, 2024 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost brand new, yellow lettering

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?: 
9 months
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from inside the garage over the weekend of March 16th-17th

Canondale Synapse

Location

Apartment
550 W Arlington Pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, March 14, 2024 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Frame is 54 or 56 inches
Color: 
Mostly white with black lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in relatively good condition with minor repairs. The black paint on the topside of the frame is slightly chipped away from use, and the sides of the seat are slightly worn with yellow foam exposed from use. I had installed a Topeak bike rack to the rear part of the bike, and have new black handlebar tape with red plugs at the knobs of the handlebar. There will be a mount and a light attached to the seatpost and handlebars.

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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
I believe an individual entered my building at 550 W. Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, then subsequently entered the bike room and took the bike directly from the room without removing the U-Lock which was attached to the bike connecting the frame with the front wheel.

specialized stumpjumper

Location

Joseph Regenstein library univ of Chicago
1100 E 57th St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, March 17, 2024 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
don't know
Size: 
21
Color: 
yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition with road panaracer road tires.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
7 hours in front of Regenstein library U of Chicago 3/17
Incident Description: 
Went to study at the library at around 1:00 pm came out at 9 pm and the bike was gone. Filed a police report with campus police and walked home. Have done it hundred of times before but today they stole it.

Rush - Matte Black - gold logo

Location

Chicago Ave and Rockwell
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, March 17, 2024 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black/Gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new. Matte black with golden RUSH letters on frame. Bullhorn handlebars. Knog lights front and back. Two sets of breaks.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
permanent location
Incident Description: 
Thief, came back after stealing bikes in November 2023. Well back again. Walking around our building and stealing little petty stuff. One front wheel, left the frame, bike gadgets, lubricants stolen, pumps stolen, gloves stolen and my track bike stolen but left the front wheel because that's where the lock was atttached to. Not sure how keeps breaking into the building (7 unit building). Stole the neighbors bike as well. Went through some of our storage units. No sense of urgency. Video shows him always riding on a bike but walking right into our building. This time he spent more than an hour from 3am to 4am stealing.

Cannondale SuperV 500

Location

Home Residence
Chicago Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, November 24, 2023 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Dark Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Older back but in great condition. Full suspension. Orange handlebars and orange pedals

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?: 
permanent location
Incident Description: 
Same day as my previous track bike. He took the track bike and this mountain bike at the same time. Comes in through the alley on a bike around 2:00am to 4:00am... Scopes the building then he walks in and walks out with multiple bikes.

Aventon Diamond Carbon fiber

Location

Home Residence
Chicago Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, November 24, 2023 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
Black/Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Track bike. Diamond Carbon fiber black and orange. Has knog lights front and back. AVENTON orange logo on the frame very obvious. Really good condition almost 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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Permanent location
Incident Description: 
Thief somehow has access to the back door through the alley our footage unfortunately doesn't show how he accessed the building but we saw he comes in and out often. We have changed the locks but somehow he keeps showing up.

2013 Trek Marlin

Location

1921 Maple Avenue
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, March 15, 2024 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU078C5693H
Size: 
15.5
Color: 
RED/BLACK
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bicycle is in good condition. Has a topeak rack on the back.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other U-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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
Sometime between 10:30-11:30am, personal bike that was locked to a street sign was stolen at Emerson and Maple Streets in Evanston.

SE Speed

Location

Moe's Cantina
155 W Kinzie St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, March 16, 2024 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
Purple with yellow accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has yellow accent colors in various spots. Has a sticker of a gorilla on the frame where the seatpost sits. Black "Brooks" leather saddle. Handgrips have gold accents and are the kind that you can rest your palms on.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Older U-Lock w/ Round Key
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?: 
A few hours, not really sure.

Jamis Coda Hybrid

Location

The Henry
4346 N Honore Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, March 15, 2024 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
K20B004038
Size: 
21
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
New bike stolen from The Henry bike room, locked with veteran locks. Parked at 7:30pm gone by 11am the next day.

Rad Power Bike, Radmini 4

Location

My House
1240 Sherman Ave, Apt 2
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
RM4G21J0532
Color: 
BLACK
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
-Has a 90-degree angle -HAS NO BATTERY -Has ALOT of LGBTQ+ amd BLM stickers! -Has 20 x 3.00 fat tires

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
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 went outside to ride my bike at 9A on 03/13/2024 and saw my bike was COMPLETELY GONE! The combination lock was still locked, and it was not cut. The perpetrator must have figured out my combination and locked it back after taking the bike. My bike was locked outside the Lighthouse Yoga building on 1236 Sherman Ave as I live right next door on 1240 Sherman Ave in Evanston, IL.

Cannondale QUICK#5 DISC WMN MD GRAY

Location

Lakeview
530 W Diversey Pkwy
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, March 12, 2024 - 12:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
EA20982
Size: 
medium
Color: 
gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
1 week
Incident Description: 
Bike was in my apartment's bike room, locked to itself. It was last seen 2/29/2024, discovered missing 3/12/2024.

Devinci Tosca

Location

1419 Darrow Ave
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, March 9, 2024 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58cm (L)
Color: 
Black and White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Well used, but we'll loved. Beat up chain stay. Carbon fork and seat post. Light blue grip tape. Red anodized headset top cover.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from our home garage, sometime in the past few days. We only noticed today.

Soma Riff

Location

Main Street or Beverly road
Barrington , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, March 6, 2024 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
?
Size: 
16
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
One of a kind soma mountain bike

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

Cannondale

Location

2339 N Leavitt St unit 3
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, February 1, 2024 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
52 cm
Color: 
red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition Cannondale red road bike, I believe size 52. Black handlebars, with right underside somewhat torn. Silver rims. I had some duct tape on one pedal, with a garmin sensor. Heavy duty city road tired. White lettering

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Typically leave bikes unlocked in our storage room. The room has a lock on the door. Contractors were working in the space and left the door unlocked. Someone came through our gated lot into the storage room between 1pm - 5:30pm on Thursday. Would have to have a large truck to transport, as there were 2 bikes taken, and one bike had 2 flat tires. Awaiting police report number

Raleigh M-50

Location

Melrose St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, March 3, 2024 - 1:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Recently repaired, milk crate on back attached with zip ties, lock attached to milk crate.

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?: 
Multiple days, not locked but inside garage of residence
Incident Description: 
Left house via garage at 1:00p, when we returned at 1:45p, our garage door was open (we believe the door malfunctioned and didn’t close properly when we left) and the bike was gone. Garage opens to an alleyway on Melrose, located near Melrose and Belmont. There are cameras in the area.

BMX jet fuel

Location

2167 N Claremont Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, February 20, 2024 - 9:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
BMX Bike
Size: 
18
Color: 
Multi
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New sept 20023

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?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
Someone must have seen the bike possibly while making a delivery to neighbors or while working on our house. My cameras detected someone riding a scooter that may have been checking if we were home. They may have entered and left through the back, I don't have cameras there.

Cannondale Optima 3

Location

The Sally
1135 E Winona St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, February 1, 2024 - 7:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
FB86037
Size: 
56CM
Color: 
Yellow/ Lime Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike looks brand new. It may still have the Loops to attach the U-lock to the bike when the U lock is not in use

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 months
Incident Description: 
Hello, The bike has been liked in my bike room for 3 months. I just recently moved in. I locked the U-lock through the frame, so I am not sure how they were able to get the bike. The lock was missing as well. The bike was stolen between Feb 1st - 14th. I am waiting to hear back from property management on video footage to confirm the date and hopefully get a face. Please feel free to call me for any info needed.