Recent Reports

Specialized Langster (Gangster - Chicago Edition)

Location

Lincoln Park
839 W. Diversey
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 24, 2011 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
N/A
Size: 
54 cm
Color: 
Flat Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new Some scratches on top Tube - 2 Clear Decals on bottom of Down Tube (protect against scratching - Coded key for seat clamp collar - Rear Rain Guard (with Zip Ties) - Bottle Holder - Toe clips

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?: 
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 day
Incident Description: 
Locked it securely overnight in front of a shoe repair shop in front of my building. The next night it wasn't there.

Specialized Langster 2008

Location

Chelsea Hotel Friendly Towers
920 W wislon ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 17, 2011 - 12:22am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
p5cz10230 7
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Flat Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
WELL USED. Scratches on most sides of the bike, one small ding on the downtube. Ive wiped out a few times on it and you can clearly tell. Rear wheel is Spinergy single speed. Bullhorn handlebars. I mounted A pair of DEER ANTLERS ON THE ENDS OF THE HANDLEBARS but they were probably taken off. White San Marco saddle. Front and back breaks. Rear wheel fender.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Bike was in this location for approximately five hours
Incident Description: 
I came into my apartment last Saturday(the 16th) night at 2am and put my bike foolishly outside my door and then accidentally fell asleep. I woke up to a start at 8am Sunday and checked and the bike was gone. I have since checked the video surveillance system of the apartment and filed a police report. I HAVE VIDEO FOOTAGE AND STILLS OF THE THIEF LEAVING THE BUILDING WITH MY BIKE!!! I have contacted bike shops around my neighborhood and checked the Swap-O-Rama. So far to no avail.. Please help.

Specialized Sirrus 2006

Location

1100 North Damen
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 23, 2011 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike was in good condition with minimal blemished in the paint. The rear wheel was stolen and replaced two months ago. A defining feature of this bike is that that rear wheel is all silver and the front wheel is all black. The handle grips are not sealed on the edges and I was thinking about replacing them because they are an impalement hazard. The wheels are 28c. The bike has a water bottle cage as well.

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to a street sign on the corner. Upon leaving the event we realized there was no street light at the corner and the bicycle was gone. We returned in the morning because it seemed unlikely that a u-lock was cut through and the rear wheel was chain locked to the bike. Upon inspection, we found that four street signs in the area had had the bottom bolt removed and the posts could be lifted out of the holder.

Trek T-1

Location

Friend's house
3930 N. Pine Grove Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 23, 2011 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
WTUZ64CZZ99F
Size: 
54
Color: 
Blank
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new, used only for about 3 months.

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?: 
About 4 hours
Incident Description: 
I had left bike to be at lunch at a colleague's apartment. I was gone for about 3 1/2 hours. The bike was secure to a bike rack with a Kryptonite U-Lock. I came back to get the bike at about 5.30 pm and didn't find the bike at the location I had locked it. There were other bikes secure to the same bike rack but mine was gone.

Specialized Crosstrail Sport

Location

Paulina Meat Market
3501 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 23, 2011 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC608139771F
Size: 
Large (56-58 cm)
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, less than 1 month old. Still all stock but in perfect condition.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
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?: 
Less than 2 hours.
Incident Description: 
Locked up my bike in front of Paulina Meat Market to the bike rack at around 10 pm. Walked out of my friends apt at Midnight to find my bike and lock gone. Locked up with a Giant 3.5' Surelock Force 2 chain lock and cables running through the wheels. No sign that it was ever there.

klein quantumc

Location

Pulaski Orange Line Station
5106 S Pulaski
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 23, 2011 - 9:47am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
orange carbon fiber black handlebars

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
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?: 
8 hrs
Incident Description: 
bike was chained to bike rack in cta train station

Trek 520

Location

Treasure Island
1639 N Wells St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 23, 2011 - 6:33am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU122MW238E
Size: 
60cm
Color: 
Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
one year old, next to new, brooks saddle, original trek rack on the back, well worn schwalbe super plus tires,

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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
25 minutes
Incident Description: 
Locked my bike at the bike racks on the west side of Treasure Island on Wells. Lock was a 1/2" - 5/8" coated cable with the lock included in the cable. Bike was locked through the frame and rear wheel to the rack. After only 15 to 20 minutes, I returned to nothing. No bike, no lock.

Specialized Vita

Location

Empty Bottle
1035 N Western
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 22, 2011 - 7:01pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC602106597F
Size: 
54cm women's step through
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
in perfect condition, back tire rack, front and back tires are locked (were quick release), from Kozy's Cyclery (sticker still on frame)

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
2.5 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike and helmet were locked to bike rack outside of the Empty Bottle with a U-lock. Upon leaving the Empty Bottle, the helmet was still locked to the rack, but the bike was gone.

Schwinn

Location

2200 North Cannon Drive
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 22, 2011 - 11:55am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
n\a
Size: 
19.5
Color: 
green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was bought 2 weeks ago. New. Back under the seat number 16 stuck. Stolen along with a lock of blue color. Stolen July 22 near the Lincoln Zoo.

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 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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
In the photo stolen bicycle is second

Gary Fisher Monona

Location

5400 n. Western Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 21, 2011 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU021C098C
Size: 
19.5
Color: 
Polished Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good Condition Polished Silver with "Black" Fork and a Dimensions 1" Steerer Extension. Front and rear fenders, mirror on left handle bar and a gel seat.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Years
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from garage.

Gary Fisher Wingra

Location

2500 N. Clark St
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 19, 2011 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU263C0526D
Size: 
Women's Medium Frame
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2010 Black Wingra, very new. Stolen July 19, 2011 at Deming and Clark. Secured with Mini U Lock. Locking skewers on both front and back tires.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
45 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to a pole for about 30 minutes with a newer u-lock w/flat key. Right on corner of deming and clark, in front of businesses and many sidewalk passersby. Pole was unhinged and bike and lock taken.

Schwinn

Location

apartment basement
550 W roscoe st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 20, 2011 - 4:04pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
small- suitable for woman
Color: 
dark green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
some rust on handle bars new back tire affixed kryponite bike lock (could be removed) seat with part chewed out (by squirrel or something) (could be replaced)

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
bike had been there 1 week-- pretty sure stolen by a mover who had moved out another tenant on Wednesday July13, 2011
Incident Description: 
A mover who had moved out a tenant during the day was seen in the evening lurking around the apartment building. I think the mover stole my bike.

Trek 7.2 FX

Location

Belden near Clark
Belden Ave. + Clark St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 20, 2011 - 5:20pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU073C1664F
Size: 
22.5"
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
4 ratchets for various accessories are affixed to handlebar. Bell on the left hand side of the handlebar (if it's still there). Continental Gatorskin tires. Wire for odometer is wrapped around front spoke, leading down towards front wheel. "On Guard" brand locking skewers for both wheels and seat, unless skewers have been removed.

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 a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

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?: 
About 15 hours
Incident Description: 
"Kryptonite" brand u-bolt was cut through, with only a bit left on the ground.

Schwinn Fastback 2009

Location

ogilvie transportation center
500 W. Washington St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 21, 2011 - 4:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
SNIDC08M0107
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Blue & Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Dirty on the bottom. The handle bar is slightly crooked and the tape for the handle bar is falling off. It has Kenda tires and Alexrims R500. The bike had an attachment on the vertical bar of the frame for an air pump. There was a sticker on the bike for Blue City Cycles.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked with two u-locks, one attaching the front wheel to the bike rack and one attaching the rear wheel to the frame. The bike was taken from the bike racks at the Washington Street exit of Ogilvie transportation center. The bike is pretty dirty on the bottom, the handlebar tape is starting to fall off and is not aligned, the handle bar itself is a little crooked. The picture in this report is not the bike I own but is the same exact model as mine.

Motobecane 700 HT

Location

Michigan Ave and East South Water Drive
307 N Michigan Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 21, 2011 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
23 inches
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost New. Has thin Road bike wheels (but it's a mountain bike). Disk Brakes. Adjustable suspension on front fork. DART written in big letters on front fork. Straps on pedals.

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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bicycle with 2 locks. It was not big U-locks. One was a fairly sturdy combination cable lock, the other was a fairly cheap cable lock with a non-integrated key lock. I had locked both the front wheel with the frame at the bike rack. And the back wheel with the frame and the seat at the bike rack. I went to work in the morning and came back to an empty bike rack. It was a really busy day with plenty of people all around the bike rack. This did not prevent someone from stealing it with the locks.

Womans Schwinn Mountain bike

Location

Apartment
1731 w. 17th st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 20, 2011 - 4:40pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Red and silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike was brand new, and it had Shamo Gears.

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 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?: 
2 weeks from initial purchase.
Incident Description: 
The theifs left multiple bikes locked up at the location, and stole the newer model bike. all the bikes in the area have the same cable lock.

Jamis Beatnik

Location

Backyard
Roscoe and Lincoln
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 20, 2011 - 7:29am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
22-23 inches frame
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great Condition, well taken care of.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
One night. it was stolen the night of 7/19/2011
Incident Description: 
Bike was behind a locked, closed in fence approximately 8/9 feet tall. It was leaning against the porch against another bike. Thief moved the other bike to steal my bike and left the other bike there.

Specialized Rockhopper A1 Pro FS

Location

Sidewalk bike rack
Lake at Wabash and State
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 5, 2011 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
17 in.
Color: 
Yellow and Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Yellow and Black 2000 Specialized Rockhopper A1 Pro FS with Rockshox forks, also in yellow and black. It has a custom terry seat, and shimano clipless pedals and avid v-brakes. The derailleur components are Deore and XTR. Aheadset stem.

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?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Someone cut the lock and stole the bike, lock, cable and all.

Electra Amsterdam

Location

My apartment
2625 W. Augusta Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 6, 2011 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Small Womens
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black Electra Amsterdam Commuter Bike with a single Wheel guard, brown leather seat, brown handlebars, bell on the left side and bent, black trek basket on back. There is a light on the front that has been disconnected and rear red light that still works. I believe that all Electra markings have comeoff.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
My u-Lock was sticking so I locked it with 2 cable locks to the fence on the walkway to my apartment for less than one hour. When I came outside it had been stolen. I have reason to believe that it has been tried to be sold to pawn shops in the area.

K2 Oceanside L.L. Bean model

Location

Cole's Bar
2338 North Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 10, 2011 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
26" wheels
Color: 
Red and Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition 7 speed beach cruiser, with big black comfort seat, black water bottle holder, hybrid tires, front and rear brakes, kickstand.

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?: 
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?: 
About an hour.
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked up outside a bar for less than an hour -- came out and it was gone, along with the lock.