Recent Reports

Cannondale

Location

3rd floor of Apartment Balcony
916 N Damen Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 20, 2016 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Red Cannondale hybrid bike, 27 gears, metal silver pedals, black seat,

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 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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to back 3rd floor balcony of apartment. Bike was locked with chain threaded through front wheel and connected to U lock with U lock connecting frame and back wheel to balcony post. Balcony post was broken off and bike was removed. Incident happened between 5:50pm and 11:35pm Saturday night

Cannondale caad5

Location

WMS Boathouse at Richard Clark Park
3400 N Rockwell St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 21, 2016 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58 cm
Color: 
red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Condition: mild use. Very old beaten up 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?: 
for the afternoon
Incident Description: 
I was working at the Chicago River Canoe and Kayak at Clark Park in Chicago. My bike was in the garage where we store all our boats. Someone was hanging around the area for a while and we became a little suspicious of him. We were helping customers into the water and next thing we knew was my bike was gone. I suspect this individual hanging around the area ran off with my bike however we did not actually see him do it. I asked people around the park if they saw someone ride off with a red bike and some individuals confirmed they did.

6KU Track Bike

Location

Clark Park Turf
3400 N Rockwell
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
6AT15H0731
Size: 
55 in
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New - has black and red camo taped handle bars and a black seat with red trim

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: 
A Lane Tech soccer team practice was being held on Rockwell Turf at 3400 N Rockwell. The kids had their backpacks and bikes in a pile while they practiced/scrimmaged unlocked. Ours was ridden away on during the scrimmage. The picture below is not the exact bike but one from online shopping since we did not have our own photo.

Cannondale Quick 6

Location

4535 N. Hamilton Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 21, 2016 - 11:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
CM13D515330
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Silver with purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in very good condition. It has a few small scrapes on one of the handle bars. It is silver with purple and has black handlebars. It's a 21 speed bike. The seat is black with purple trim.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A few weeks
Incident Description: 
I walked into my basement storage space in my building this morning to get my bike and it was missing. The thief cut my bike lock and stole my bike.

Specialized Women's Hybrid Bike

Location

Home residence
2534 N Linden Pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 15, 2016 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC60204651I
Size: 
Adult sized bike
Color: 
White
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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 years
Incident Description: 
Bike was in my personal garage that's locked/shut at all times. It was hanging on a bike rack against the garage with my husbands bike (which was also stolen). In the attached picture it's the bike on top. Husband's bike is on the bottom but we don't have the serial number/information for that one.

Custom Chinese Carbon 29+ Hard Tail Mountain Bike

Location

West Rogers Park
2911 W Chase Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 11:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
None (custom built; Chinese carbon frame)
Size: 
17.5" (medium)
Color: 
Black matte (not shiny)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
One-of-a-kind, custom built, unmistakable bike: Front "Lefty" suspension only attaches on one side of whee (like small planes); seat is now red (unlike picture); front red chain ring is red, oval and only one gear (1x11 gears); 11 gears in back; only 1 shifter for real derailleur; no frame decals; tires say MAXXIS on them (partially blacked out on front tire); VERY LARGE 29” x 3” wheels (much taller, but a little skinnier than fatbike wheels), black matte carbon, red hubs, black spokes, no reflectors; black and white pedals; SRAM XX1 components

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 months
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from locked, detached garage on alley. Appears to be very targeted. There are many bikes left unlocked in my neighborhood, but someone was observant to know an expensive bike was in my garage and targeted it specifically. House is close to synagogue (active construction zone for 6 months) with dead end alley. Bike was built by hand and has important value to owner.

RECOVERED: Bianchi Pista

Location

My home
1300 N Bosworth Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WBK730619J
Size: 
49 cm
Color: 
Celeste (Blue Green)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like New. Great Condition. BFF Bikes sticker on the inside of the frame. White handle bar tape. Custom white track wheels- velocity deep v rims with surly ultra hubs Maybe be with my other bike that was stolen - Mongoose X-Way 450L May have my lock still attached- White Abus folding bike lock

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
It was stored in my home garage for the last 2 years.
Incident Description: 
My bikes were locked together through the wheels and frame and rack that they were stored on. The thief broke into our garage; sawed through the rack; pulled the chain through the opening he made; and took both bikes that were also locked together. RECOVERED: on 7/7/2017 victim wrote: "This bike has been recovered thanks to your website.  J is my wife.  Someone found the bike at a flea market and was able to track her down from the serial number and return the bike to her. Thanks!"

Trek Verve 1

Location

Montrose condo building
2934 W Montrose
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU280C905
Size: 
19L
Color: 
Eggplant
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition; small attachment in front to clamp on a basket; water bottle holder.

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?: 
One week
Incident Description: 
Bike was kept under stairs in locked back lobby of small condo building along with other bikes and baby strollers. My bike was the only item stolen. No police report filed

Road master Granite

Location

W Taylor st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 8:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
003867507806S
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very New , 3 weeks old. When it was stolen, front tyre was flat

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?: 
Everyday I park in same location. Since front tyre was flat, I didn't use for last 4 days
Incident Description: 
Last saw the bike at Thursday 8pm locked to a wooden staircase at backyard of apartment, when I woke up in the morning on Friday, it was missing. The lock was cut open and left at the same place.

Panasonic (Fixed Gear Conversion)

Location

3923 N Lavergne Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
61cm
Color: 
BABY BLUE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This is a Panasonic road frame that I converted to single-speed 7 years ago. It has Weinmann DP18 white rims laced to gold anodized hubs, with black spokes. Selle Italia saddle, gold Origin8 sprocket, silver Origin8 crankset, black gloss threaded stem with a downward angle, two carbon spacers betwixt the headset, drop bars with an ergo-flat spot on the drops, and black track grips. There is a white sticker on the head tube with a sketch of Jesus, and white sticker on the downtube that says "LoveLife". It is scratched throughout the frame, with red and orange paint showing underneath. Very large frame. Leather bag in photo was not on bicycle during the time of theft.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Under an hour
Incident Description: 
New to the city, I was riding home, and missed my turn and turned into the next major intersection that I recognized. I then pulled onto Lavergne to regroup and figure out my location. In what I can only presume to be a narcoleptic-like moment, I fell asleep while doing so, leaving my precious bike unlocked next to me. I came to nearly and hour later to find my bike missing and my ULOCK (which was tucked in the back of my pants before dozing off) on the sidewalk about 15 feet from me.

Nishiki Sport

Location

BJB apartments
Pratt Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 1, 2016 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
green/seafoam
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fixie, gold fixie wheel in back, front wheel had black spoked with TWO red spokes. White seat. Silver Rack behind seat. Straight handlebars. old gearshift still on handlebars, used only as a brake.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30 days
Incident Description: 
Sometime in May-July, someone somehow entered my apartment building, got into the bike room (you need a key) and took multiple bikes. Mine was one of those bikes.

Pure Fix Original

Location

2205 W. Ohio St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 19, 2016 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Gray Frame w/ Blueish/Purple Rims
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Front wheel has Kryptonite Locknuts installed. Seat is a stella 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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 minutes

Schwinn Admiral

Location

Apartment
1300 N. Greenview Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Light blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Light blue frame with cruiser handle bars and silver wheel covers

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?: 
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 few days
Incident Description: 
Found the cut cable lock early Friday morning (8/19). Thief left the bike next to it alone (u-locked).

Specialized Sirrus

Location

Prenctice Hospital
245 E Chicago Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
En14764
Size: 
27 inch
Color: 
Black with blue lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. With bike rack.

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 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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Early morning
Incident Description: 
Locked outside Northwestern Prentice hopital on Chicago Ave.

Huffy

Location

Midway
6229 S kolin
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 15, 2016 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Its a green frame with Huffy spelled on the frame. The seat is custom bought from Walmart. The seat is larger for better cushion.
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Worn but still usable.

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?: 
4 Days ago
Incident Description: 
While I slept a criminal trespassed my yard and stole the bike. From there he open the garage door and took of.

GT Blue

Location

Uptown
5018 N Sheridan
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It had a flat tire when it was stolen but otherwise 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?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
Bike was on the third floor of our back porch in a locked gate.

Schwinn Green Vintage

Location

Uptown
5018 N Sheridan
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 18, 2016 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Orange tape handle bars

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 weeks
Incident Description: 
2 bikes were on the back porch of our third floor apartment building. Yard was locked.

Bianchi Via Nirone Tiagra

Location

Residence Garage
North Ave & Wood Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 10, 2016 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WBK079956G
Size: 
55cm
Color: 
White with black and red detailing
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In great condition. White handles, white seat. White cat eye bike light in the front.

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 wooden pole, railing, or fence.

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?: 
Over night.
Incident Description: 
Bike was put away in the shared garage around 5:45 - 6pm on 8/10 and when I returned at 10am on 8/11 the garage doors were open and the bike was gone.

Kona Hybrid

Location

2621 N California Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 17, 2016 - 8:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
AJ30135987
Size: 
49 (I think)
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bell is broken/missing the top. The bike also has wheel wells and a back rack. The bike was stolen with the lock and my green Nutcase helmet.

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?: 
Less than a week. I rode it last on 8/10/16 and noticed it missing on 8/18/16
Incident Description: 
The bike was stored in a locked garage. I rode it last on 8/10/16 and noticed it missing on 8/18/16.

Trek 7.2 FX

Location

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

Date of Theft

Monday, August 1, 2016 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
49
Color: 
red/crimson
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
had a wtb seat, titan wheels, regular pedals and gatorskin tires

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?: 
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?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was inside back seat of my car, car was locked.