Recent Reports

GT 5 series

Location

Lawrence Red Line Station
Lawrence Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 29, 2014 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Large Mens
Color: 
white and lime green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
newer bike, good condition, toe straps on pedals. Rack on back.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked up on bike rack with cable and U-lock on the sidewalk in front of the Lawrence Ave. Red Line stop. The bike was parked there for about 4 hours. When I returned, the cut lock remained

Peugeot - early 1980s/late 1970s

Location

Home
2312 W. Iowa Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 29, 2014 - 3:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
Large, made for 5'11+
Color: 
Burgundy
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
A little beat up, gears don't work properly. Gears are on top of the frame instead of handles. There is a sharp piece of metal on the pedals, since the shoe clips were broken off. Grip tape is used on the handles.

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 wooden pole, railing, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
The bike was there when I left for work, around 8AM, gone when I got back around 8PM.

Fuji Feather

Location

Bucktown
W Dickens st.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 28, 2014 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
53
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition. Has silver handle bar wraps and old silver pedals.

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?: 
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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
The theft happened late at night and they cut the metal bars that it was locked to with a saw and took my bike with the lock attached to the frame and back tire. (Newer U-Lock w/flat key).

Royce Union ALX6

Location

2201 W Polk
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 29, 2014 - 1:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Womens Mountain Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good Condition, had a used gel seat with adjustable string hanging from it, kick stand is a black Scwhinn.

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 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?: 
24 hrs

Raleigh sportif

Location

Home
1160 W 20th Pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 29, 2014 - 9:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Was not able to find
Size: 
Approx 60cm frame, 27" wheels
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is vintage 1985 Raleigh sportif, recently bought two brand new wheels, tires, chain, and rear cog and converted to fixed gear. Bike is in great condition and was always kept clean. White bar tape and black saddle.

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?: 
20 min
Incident Description: 
I left the bike on my front porch as I ran in to grab my bag. The bike was in view of the window so I thought it safe for a few minutes, but I received a phone call and turned my back and when I returned the bike was gone.

Specialized Ruby Comp

Location

Condo
Briar Place
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 20, 2014 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC604001630F
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
White/Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition. 2 water bottle racks, bike back. Handle bars were not from specialized

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?: 
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Several weeks
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen from fifth floor stairwell in a 9 unit condo building. Bike was locked to banister

Specialized Roubaiz Pro SL3 SRAM

Location

Condo Building
Briar Place
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 20, 2014 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
STBF510H0058
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Carbon/White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition. Low miles. 2 water bottle racks. Seat bag

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?: 
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?: 
Several weeks
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen from fifth floor stairwell of 9 unit condo building. It was locked to a metal banister.

Jamis Commuter 2

Location

LDS Church
3035 W Wrightwood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 26, 2014 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
HU1212556
Size: 
19 or 19.5 inches
Color: 
Forest Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Scratched paint on underside of frame and back of front forks. Black rear rack. Empty bike light holder on seat post.

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?: 
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?: 
2 days

Giant Defy 3

Location

My Apartment
1221 W. Melrose St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, May 23, 2014 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
GT0G3035
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
White with Black writing
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new, has black straps on pedals and white and black Giant seat.

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?: 
It is always stored there.
Incident Description: 
Our apartment was broken into and the storage area had my bike and my roommate's bike. Both were stolen. We live in Lakeview and there was apparently a chain of breaking and entering bike thefts in Lincoln Park and Lakeview that week and night. http://www.redeyechicago.com/news/local/redeye-police-warn-of-highend-bike-thefts-in-lincoln-park-20140523,0,2401236.story

Roadmaster (women's)

Location

Buffalo Grove Train Station
Commerce Court
Buffalo Grove , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 27, 2014 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
24in
Color: 
Purple and White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Pretty new, left break didn't work, right break kind of worked, missing water bottle holder, purple pouch under the seat.

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?: 
~2 hours
Incident Description: 
It was parked in the bike rack at the buffalo grove train station. I was in a hurry to catch the train and I couldn't find my bike lock. I trusted that no one would take it but I was wrong. I really hope someone finds it!

Big shot bike

Location

Marges still
1758 n. Sedgwick 60614
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 25, 2014 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
#af12k00594
Color: 
Black blue and red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue rims with red tires, red saddle, black frame Admin note-- on June 12 2014 victim asked to have info added to report that he had had reports of this bike being spotted in Bucktown and in Lincoln Park.

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 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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked upstairs on second floor porch. Went to work the following day and by the time I got back from work the bike was missing

2013 Specialized Stumpjumper Comp Carbon

Location

Barnes and Noble
1630 Sherman Ave
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 25, 2014 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC6041766145H
Size: 
17" (Medium)
Color: 
Matte Black, hot green accents, white lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
29er Carbon mountain bike; SPD (clip-in) pedals; 1 bottle cage on seat tube; Shimano drivetrain; Reba fork; only been ridden twice - some mud on wheels and BB area - the bike is in amazing condition! Full specs available if interested.

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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30min
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked in front of Barnes and Noble in downtown Evanston - intersection of Church St and Sherman - with a thick cable lock. When I came out of the store about 30min later, bike and lock were gone. Police report has been filed with the City of Evanston Police.

Mercier Kilo Team - Unbranded Lugged Frame

Location

Logan Square
2520 N. Francisco
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 27, 2014 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
N/A
Size: 
57 cm
Color: 
Black with chrome fork and yellow wheels
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is in generally good to very good condition. Handlebar tape showing significant wear.Front fork is chrome, vintage Columbus steel (some of the stickers are still visible). Unbranded black Reynolds steel frame with lugged welds. Yellow rims with Schwalbe tires and a black/white/red seat. Has a distinctive Soma crankset. Is currently set up as a single speed, with front/back brakes.

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?: 
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?: 
Had been in basement of locked home for over a week.
Incident Description: 
The bike was in the communal basement of my home, which is a two flat graystone. To the best of my knowledge, the back gate and back door of the building were locked. When I went downstairs to let my dog out this morning, both the back door and back gate were left wide open. It is unclear how they gained access to the house, as there were no signs of forced entry. The bike was sitting unlocked in the middle of the basement. Luckily, as far as I can tell, nothing else was taken.

Crossroads Elite 8261-2103

Location

Residence
1800 block of Greenleaf Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 26, 2014 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
P5FR10189
Size: 
Medium Sized
Color: 
Charcoal grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It had an Avenir silver rack system on the back with a black saddle bag on the left rear attached to it. The bike also had a new black ergonomic female seat.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
20 minutes
Incident Description: 
My bike was in the far back part of my yard as I went to take groceries inside. The perpetrator(s) had to go through a chain link fence, across my yard and onto my deck, about 20 yards, in order to remove the bike. A neighbor saw suspicious activity by well dressed Hispanic and African American teenagers.

Schwinn Sidewinder

Location

Home
3051 N. Troy Apt. 2
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 24, 2014 - 4:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Purple w/ Silver writing
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In pretty good shape, the brakes aren't perfect, if i remember correctly the right brake works better than the left.

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?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
The bike was kept in the lobby behind a locked door or the apartment building I live in. I left Saturday, May 24 around 3pm and it was still there, when I returned home today (Monday, May 27) it was missing. The first door to the building is unlocked, but the next door which the bike was behind is locked so whoever stole it had to have broken into the building. The picture attached is not one i took, but the exact same model and color as the one stolen.

Gitane

Location

O'Shaughnessy's
Ravenswood/Wilson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 18, 2014 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
about 56 cm
Color: 
Maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike actually had black mountain bike type stem and handlebars, making it appear like a hybrid bike. These were put on after the picture was taken.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Older U-Lock w/ Round 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 a closed business.
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 bike lock station (the upside down U's staked into the pavement). Location was on the east side of Ravenswood street, just North of Wilson. About a 30 second walk to the Irish bar on Wilson/Ravenswood. When I went to get my bike at around midnight, the bike was gone and just a little piece (inch long) of the U-lock was left on the sidewalk, which is how I know it was cut. Also, the stakes that held lock station into the pavement were loose, so it is possible they tried to first pull the whole station out of the ground.

SE bikes, draft lite

Location

732 West Grace Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 26, 2014 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
For a 5'3" girl
Color: 
Matte blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New bike, orange tires.

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 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?: 
One night
Incident Description: 
Locked my bike last night and this afternoon my Roomate called to say it was gone. The lock looked like it had been worked on for a very long time and was bent and destroyed but left. I only had the bike for a month and never left it outside.

IZIP Via Rapido

Location

Home
1111 W. Grace St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, May 23, 2014 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
S-NACP10A014855
Size: 
27" wheels with a collapsible basket on the rear right side
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
rear view mirror on the Left handle bar.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
I was in my apt. and someone broke in while I was passed out on Allergy medicine. They also took a laptop computer and a Kindle HD with my cell phone. A Police report has been filled.

Custom Road Bike

Location

Blue Line Stop- Damen
1550 n. Damen Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 25, 2014 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
55cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New condition, black bull horn bars, black spokes with a single gray on front wheel.

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?: 
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?: 
2-3 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked outside of the Blue Line Damen stop in an area with lots of foot traffic and visibility.

Women's Schwinn 7-Speed Jaguar Beach Cruiser

Location

Kenmore Manor Apartments
5958 N Kenmore Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 17, 2014 - 3:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
N/A
Size: 
Woman's Bike / 26 in
Color: 
Dark Blue and Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was almost brand-new looking. The handle bars were wide-set so that rider almost sat up straight. The back half of the bike was navy blue, the front half was silver. The back wheel had a "Schwinn" plate over it. The handlebars had a black fanny-pack looking bag attached.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
The bike was taken from a locked garage (access granted with an opener only given to residents) that did have a fence in the back. It was the only bike taken as the rest of the bikes were locked with the U-shaped locks. I suspect that either someone from my building (who has access to the garage) cut the lock and took the bike up to their apartment, or more likely, someone jumped the fence in the bike and cut the lock and took the bike and lock with them.