Recent Reports

Marin San Rafael

Location

Merchandise Mart
Wells St and Kinzie St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 23, 2020 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
BM05510+0101
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Matte Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new, had an odometer attached as well as detachable bike lights

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?: 
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?: 
12pm-4pm
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked to a bike rack on Wells outside of Merchandise Mart from 12:00pm to 4:00pm today 06/23/2020. The lock was left cut at the scene as well as the cable.

Marin Fairfax I

Location

West Logan Square
2600 n Harding Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 23, 2020 - 4:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
011947610
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, Has a black bike rack installed on the back wheel. Theres a mounted bike lock on the frame of the bike between the 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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
All I know is that I parked my bike in my backyard (secure backyard with two deadbolt entrances) on the night of Sunday the 21st and was informed this afternoon (June 23rd) that my bike as well as my roommates bike was missing from the backyard.

Specialized Allez

Location

Home
2963 N Dawson Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 22, 2020 - 12:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
PGJN10200
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is red with white handlebars. The bike was in good condition, but needed a tune-up and to be cleaned. The chain was probably mostly dry. Had a small speedometer mounted on the handlebars and a bottle cage. There was also a Cubs "parking ticket" still on it -- from when I rode to a Cubs game and stored it in their drop off lot.

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?: 
6 years, hung on wall of garage
Incident Description: 
I was doing yard work and had my garage door open. Went inside to feed my son lunch and the guy went into my garage and took it off the wall. Rode away with it.

Giant Escape 2 Disc (model number 2000113206)

Location

Amli Loft
850 South Clark St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 21, 2020 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
KBEK57768
Size: 
LARGE
Color: 
Navy
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
6 weeks old, with accessories.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
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?: 
two hours and 7 minutes

Liv Alight

Location

Garage
1300 Block of West Argyle
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 21, 2020 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
K37027405
Color: 
Dark Gray with Pink Accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition Had remnants of a red Chicago Triathlon sticker on the top tube Rack attached to the back

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 day
Incident Description: 
Bike was left unlocked in our garage, and we likely forgot to close the garage door when we left around 9:30 AM. Didn't arrive home until 9:30 PM and found only my bike missing (partner's bike was still there, along with other semi-valuable belongings).

Diamondback Edgewood Hybrid

Location

6538 N Fairfield Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 21, 2020 - 9:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Men's 26in
Color: 
White and Navy
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Condition is good... there is a circular attachment for a Schwinn bike trailer on the back.

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?: 
indefinately
Incident Description: 
My family and I were in the backyard Father's Day morning - the garage to the alley was left open - as if often is (only when we're out there). We have two bikes, both of which hang up on the north end of my garage, in the corner near the alley. Someone walked down the alley, took the bike off the hook, and rode away.

Trek 7100

Location

Bucktown on Damen & Armitage
Damen Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 21, 2020 - 4:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Not so great condition but still able to ride. Small mirror on left handle bar and rust covering the handlebars. Had attached light, but not sure if it will still be there.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
7 hours
Incident Description: 
I believe I locked it incorrectly although the lock was through frame and tire. Front tire and lock were still there when I saw it was stolen.

BCA 26" Ladies' Charleston Bike

Location

Camille's Sidewalk Cafe
400 N LaSalle Drive
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 19, 2020 - 9:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
26 inch
Color: 
Blush Pink
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new with drink stains in the cup holder

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 a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hous
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked on the bike rack by Hubbard and LaSalle on June 19th 4pm. By 11PM, both bike and lock were completely gone. Please help to look out. It is not an expensive bike at all. The color and style is a rare find. Thank you in advance!

2020 Trek FX 3 disc

Location

The dock at Montrose Beach
200 w Montrose Harbor dr
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 20, 2020 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU006JC0152R
Color: 
Rage red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new has a back rack and light between handle bars. Has a grey water bottle holder on the frame.

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?: 
Stolen from Montrose beach after being locked for 30 mins
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to another bike by the beach restaurant at Montrose beach. It was left there between 10:45 am and 11:30 am while I was at the beach.

Critical Cycle “Harper”

Location

3815 N Greenview Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 19, 2020 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Gunmetal frame with orange rims and handles.
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Gunmetal Frame + Orange Wheels Fixie With white “critical” written on frame. Plan Property sticker on handle bars

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A month
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked inside a gate in the alley next to N Greenview Ave and W Grace. Someone came with bolt cutters and stole broke the cable, stealing my bike. The bike was locked with another bike of mine and then, another bike was next to it unlocked (not mine.) I think this happened around 6:30 as I believe my dog reacted to the sound.

Cinelli Steel Vigorelli

Location

Goose Island
North Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 16, 2020 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
56LY181000085
Size: 
56
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand 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?: 
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: 
I was by North Avenue goose island trail stopped to look at river, sat for a while turned around in 10 minutes it was gone.

Fuji Feather

Location

Eugene Field Elementary School
Lunt
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 5, 2020 - 8:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Green/Teal
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Green Fuji Feather in good condition. Pictured with rubber handlebar grips, but handlebars were bare when it was stolen.

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?: 
Bike was leaned against Eugene Field Elementary School on Lunt and Ashland for 45 minutes while I played soccer on the turf field 15 feet away.
Incident Description: 
I left my bike next to the Eugene Field Elementary building while I played soccer on the turf field 15 feet away. I played for 45 minutes and when I was ready to leave, my bike had been stolen. Some other players said that they heard someone talking about wanting my bike and apparently he rode off with it, but we had no luck contacting the supposed thief.

Trek FX3

Location

1637 Orrington Ave
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 16, 2020 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Small Women's Fram
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, black frame, TREK in red-blue gradient on frame, rearview mirror on left handlebar, headlight/taillight, rack on back, black fenders

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?: 
Front of apartment building in business district; locked for 12 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked bike outside of building ~7:20PM June 15, 2020. When I walked outside of the building at ~7:35AM June 16, 2020, it was gone. I think it was likely taken in the middle of the night, as I live in a downtown area.

Schwinn Addison 700c/28" City Hybrid Bike - Gray

Location

Sanaya Threading & Skin Care
Clark and Belden
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 16, 2020 - 1:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
200833991065153572
Size: 
700c/28"
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, purchased in March; there was a bike permit sticker for "Americana Towers Association" below the seat; the left tack in the seat was more elevated than the right one; there is a water bottle holder installed; there are worn out white circle stickers on the foot 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?: 
15 minutes
Incident Description: 
I went into Sanaya Threading & Skin Care on Clark and Belden and was gone for 15 minutes, came out and the bike and lock were gone.

Jamis Citizen 2

Location

Apartment
1508 N Elk Grove Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 15, 2020 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
M19H002694
Size: 
14"
Color: 
Matte Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand New (Purchased 5/28/20) Step-Through Frame in Matte Black. Also has detachable front and rear lights. "Jamis" logo on bottom bar. Black memory foam 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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
Went down to locked basement to discover bike was missing.

Electra Black Hawaiian Huli Huli

Location

Cindy Davis
740 w fulton st
chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 8, 2020 - 10:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Ladies
Color: 
Black with Hawaiian flowers
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new, rare black Hawaiian flowers all over frame, seat, bell, hand grips

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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
fell off bike rack on 55 southbound between 90 E interchange and Pulaski rd exit.
Incident Description: 
Bike fell off car rack on 55 Southbound between 90E interchange and Pulaski rd exit. Went back and bike gone.

Fuji Sagres

Location

Cafe Mustache
2313 Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 15, 2020 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Hunter Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is in excellent condition. Brown seat. White flower bell.

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: 
Green Fuji Sagres cruiser bike was stolen between 5pm and 630 pm on June 15th outside of Cafe Mustache on N Milwaukee in Logan Square.

Specialized Allez

Location

Echelon Chicago
353 N. Desplaines St. Apt 2301
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 1, 2020 - 1:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC606041855K
Size: 
54cm frame size
Color: 
Black, White, and Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was in excellent condition. It has a sticker on mid-section that has my name "Randy Cuellar" with Chicago flag. I also have a sticker of a white llama on it.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 months
Incident Description: 
My bike has been locked up since the beginning of the stay-at-home order so I am not sure when it was stolen as I have not checked on it for some time

Trek Fx 7.1

Location

4137 N Ashland
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 15, 2020 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
I Wish I wrote this down
Size: 
20"
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The rear tire has a reflective loop on the sidewall, the front tire is original to the bike and does not. it has full black fenders on both wheels, a city of evanston registration sticker on its underside as well as a BJB properties sticker. It has a bontrager rear rack.

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?: 
less than 1 day since I rode it and parked it in my basement
Incident Description: 
Someone removed the glass to my basement door, unlocked the door, entered and stole my bike.

Critical Cycle Fixed Gear

Location

747 W. Cornelia
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 14, 2020 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
49 CM
Color: 
Blue & Teal/Aqua
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Men's 49 CM size, Bright blue frame with "Critical" text on diagonal. Straight black handle bars and blue handlebar cushions. Teal/aqua wheel frames. Black seat. Single Speed fixed gear road 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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen from locked storage basement at 747 W Cornelia, Chicago IL.