Recent Reports

Liv Alight 2

Location

738 W Briar Pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, November 8, 2017 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Adult, Female
Color: 
Deep Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new, 2 locks- one black U lock on the back wheel and one coiled tan/white cable lock in the middle. Metal water bottle holder in the middle. Small black bell on front left handlebar.

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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
I returned my bike to the building bike storage area on Tuesday 11/8 at about 11am, then when I went to ride to work on Thursday 11/10 at about 8am it was missing. Bike storage area is in the locked building, accessible by residents (or guests of residents) only.

Schwinn Tango Tandem

Location

925 W HURON ST
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, November 9, 2017 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Tandem
Serial No.: 
CM15F529579
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Wire rear dual basket. Retro style front and rear lights.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

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?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked with U-Lock and cable around tree.

Cannondale Quick 1

Location

Loyola University Chicago
111 E. Pearson St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, November 6, 2017 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
CM16K505941
Size: 
L
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Practically new. Black frame with orange Cannondale logo. White, plastic reflector on front center of handle bars. Red, plastic reflector on rear beneath seat. Disc brakes on front and back wheels.

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?: 
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: 
The bike was locked to the bike rack in front of Loyola University Chicago at 8:30 am with a U-Lock through the front wheel and frame. At 12:30 pm, the bike was still locked to the rack. By 5pm, the bike and lock were gone.

Women’s Specialized

Location

Garage
1955 W. Erie St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, November 5, 2017 - 8:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good as new, with black saddle, straight black handle bars, red Specialized logo

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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
At 825 pm, someone went to use our neighbors’ shed to jump to our yard and unlocked our garage door and stole the bike hanging on the bike rack.

Cannondale

Location

1900 block
1900 W. Erie St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, November 5, 2017 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Men’s black cannondale bike with black water holder under the saddle

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
At 8:25 pm, someone use our neighbors’ shed to jumped to our yard and unlocked the door to our garage and stole the bike hanging on the bike rack.

Trek 3900

Location

East side of 333 W. Wacker Dr.
240 N. Franklin St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, November 6, 2017 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU350C2299B
Size: 
26" Rim, Frame somewhere around 18-21" range
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
3x8 Speed, white grips, Bontrager connection trail tires. Relatively new left crank arm. Front suspension only. Picture is of a new stock bike. There was also a mount on the handlebar for a Lumina 750 boost headlight. Front and rear reflectors.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Left work and bike was gone. No sign of lock or any other parts. Was secured via combination cable lock.

Kona Dawg

Location

821 W Oakdale Ave Apt 3
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, November 4, 2017 - 8:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
M
Color: 
Black with blue writing "Kona" on frame
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition mountain bike, full suspension. Rear brake was recently replaced, so right brake handle is black and left is silver.

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 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?: 
1 day

SCHWINN Caliente

Location

AMC River East
322 East ILLINOIS ST
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, November 5, 2017 - 6:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
CJ910442
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Caliente written on the frame, black and white striped 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?: 
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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked up the bike right outside the AMC River East at around 6:40. Went inside and watched a movie. After the movie at around 10 pm, I realized by bike key was not on me and I went outside to find my bike missing.

Mercier Kilo WT

Location

Inteligentsia
53 E Randolph
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, November 6, 2017 - 3:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
52
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Gatorskin wheels. Front brake only. Front wheel missing. Handlebar wrap slightly unravelled.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours

Older Schwin 6 Speed

Location

Logan Square Blue Line Stop
Millwalkee Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, November 6, 2017 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Blue Scwin Cruser 6 Speed With White Wall Tires
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Not in the best condition. Rusty Chain, handle grips worn off. Has a removable light front and back. White Wall 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?: 
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?: 
Bussness Hours
Incident Description: 
Locked my bike on the way to work at 11am and when I got off the Blue Line at 10:30pm my bike and lock was gone.

Santa Cruz Superlight

Location

2221 W. Superior St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 5, 2017 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Single Pivot Suspension, Good 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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen from backyard

Felt F75

Location

Clinton blue line station
Clinton and Congress
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, November 5, 2017 - 1:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Dented seat tube, in excellent condition otherwise

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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
Came back from Greyhound station to find that my bike had been stolen

Specialized Dolce Sport X3 2014

Location

Near Target on Addison in Avondale
3012 W. Addison St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, November 4, 2017 - 11:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Women’s
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, two wear marks on the right side of the top horizontal support bar. Padded seat attached.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12-16 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was attached to vehicle bike rack and strapped down. When I left for work at 4pm the bike was gone. Bike lock just broke yesterday so there was no lock on the bike. The bike was still attached at around 11am when I walked the dogs past it.

Raleigh Roker Sport

Location

Leo Burnett Building
35 West Wacker
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 30, 2017 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U16YC24990
Size: 
56CM
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Carbon fiber, practically new, disc brakes, thicker tires

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
7 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked through the seat post and rear tire to the bike rack with a new kryptonite NY lock, front wheel locked to the bike with an older kryptonite lock. Cable threaded through frame and locked to rear lock also.

Cannondale Women's Mountain Bike

Location

Alleyway just South of North Avenue on North Elk Grove Avenue. Behind the Veterinary Clinic
Elk Grove Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, November 1, 2017 - 11:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition. Grip shifters. Sticker on the lower part of the frame with writing, "Elk Grove Village Cycles"

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was not locked because it was in our own private garage. The garage door was open momentarily as we (the owners) were departing with our car. Thief had a small window of time to steal the bike, but he managed to get the bike while we were not looking. I believe he was casing out the garage beforehand and took what he could in a short period of time (under 30 seconds).

Kona Sutra LTD

Location

N winchester
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, November 1, 2017 - 1:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
49
Color: 
light blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black brooks saddle. black rear rack, black bottle cage, black handle bar tape.

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?: 
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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
stored in garage
Incident Description: 
Bike is stored in my garage- locked to a heavy metal motorcycle stand. They stole the motorcycle stand my bike was locked to, unsure how they entered the garage.

Opus Orpheo 3 W

Location

Rockwell Properties
5808 N kenmore
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, November 1, 2017 - 8:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Pale blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New- limitedly used. The bike was locked in a residential storage facility, the facility itself was locked and from there it was locked using an Abus Bordo 5700 lock. The bike is missing, the lock is missing. The exact bike is a baby/pale blue Orpheo 3 bike purchased on February 12th from Turin bike shop in Ravenswood. http://www.opusbike.com/en/product/urban-performance/201-orpheo-3-w.html?CouleurId=140

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 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?: 
Locked up for several months. I checked on it about once a month, checked it this morning and it was gone.
Incident Description: 
I noted that the light on the storage facility was left on. I was curious and looked inside. My bike was missing. No evidence of forced entry. Lock gone.

Zorge Custom

Location

Mollie Edgar
3124 W Logan Blvd, C
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 13, 2017 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Small frame
Color: 
Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brooks leather wrapped handlebars, bike rack and very nice French pedals with clips.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Stored indefinitely
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from secure bike room in apartment building. Possibly while the door locks were being changed.

Vilano Diverse 2.0 hybrid

Location

Apartment building
2338 N Avers Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 31, 2017 - 7:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Very Tall might be 27 or 29
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It had a black and orange metal bike lock attached to the seat

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
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?: 
I've kept it here since I moved to the city but use the bike frequently.
Incident Description: 
Someone broke into our apartment back area and stole two bikes

Fuji Roubaix

Location

Ruby Des Jardins
3025 W Logan
CHICAGO , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 30, 2017 - 3:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
53?
Color: 
Red & Silver?
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
a black zip tie is holding on one of the water bottle holders. the left metal cage isn't connected to the strap.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
overnight. I know, I'm an idiot. I never leave my bike outside overnight.
Incident Description: 
Left my bike outside overnight by accident. Returned today to find the lock cut & bike, as well as cable lock, gone.