Recent Reports

Linus Scout 7 Speed Navy 700c

Location

Home
1936 W Superior, Apt. 1F
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 17, 2015 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
L3E0402538
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Navy Bike with a tan seat and handle bars
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
There is a scratch on the on the front shaft of the bike beneath the bike basket. The basket scraped up the front a bit before I got it adjusted.

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?: 
1 week
Incident Description: 
I live in a 3 flat apartment with the porch hidden around the back side of the house facing towards a coach house. We have two gates to protect our privacy and possessions and unfortunately the front gate was left open and someone was able to just walk right in and take it. I have been out of town this weekend, so the incident happened sometime between Saturday and Monday evening.

Bianchi Carbon 928

Location

Jewel Osco
1341 North Paulina
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 19, 2015 - 6:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
53 CM
Color: 
Black, White, and Celeste
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It's a Bianchi 928. They don't make them any more, so they are very rare in Chicago. It has celeste handlebar tape.

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 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?: 
10 mins
Incident Description: 
Jewel Osco Parking lot. Went in for ten minutes, came out, bike was gone.

2007 Trek 7100

Location

2744 W Cortland St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 19, 2015 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU088C04433A
Size: 
17.5"
Color: 
blue and silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
sticker on top tube that reads "I <3 MY BIKE", black BMX handlebars, 2 bells on handlebars, front basket that is easily detached, black front and rear fenders, rear rack with basket bolted to it, attached portable pump. Saddle is a very worn Planet Bike A.R.S.

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?: 
1 week
Incident Description: 
Bicycle was in a common room in the basement of my 3-flat apartment building. The downstairs neighbors were broken into by accessing a window, and the individuals who stole things left through the back door. The bike itself was not locked to anything or itself. Items from the apartment, and 4 bikes, were stolen at the same time.

Genesis V2100

Location

University of Chicago
57th Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 20, 2015 - 8:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Black frame with white accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good working condition, some rust on the bolts. I wrapped a piece of tape on the handlebars with identifying information written on it. A front light is/was also present, secured with tape.

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?: 
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?: 
1-7 days

Womens Cannondale quick 5 hybrid

Location

Home
3709 W Irving Park Road
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 19, 2015 - 6:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Small Frame (i'm 5')
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has water bottle holder, Red/White Apple Century Ride sticker on 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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 year
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen from private garage 3700 block of West Irving Park Road. Bike was hanging in garage. Stolen sometime between night of 5/18 and 6am morning of 5/19

2013 Raleigh Capri 1.0

Location

Lincoln Park
2728 N. Hampden Ct.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 17, 2015 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U125K18224
Size: 
49 cm
Color: 
White with red and black accent details, white bar tape
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike only 1 yr old, very good condition. Forte Corsa Carbon Clipless pedals, Had a ABUS Bordo folding lock w/ case mounted on down tube. Also a white water bottle holder mounted to seat tube. Under seat pack and mounting clips on handle bars for a cell phone holder and headlight.

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
24 hr
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked in front of condo building. Security was on guard until 6 am. Bike was seen by maintenance guy around 8 am. Bike stolen between 8 am and noon. Bike was locked to a light pole with an ABUS Bordo folding lock. Lock and bike were both gone.

Pure Fix Juliet

Location

2836 N. Clark St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 18, 2015 - 6:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new Pure Fix single speed. Has a platform over rear tire for transporting packages. Platform looks like a "no parking" sign or other street sign.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
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?: 
One hour
Incident Description: 
Left bike locked for an hour on the bike rack by the garage next to the theater at Clark/Diversey. Bike and lock were both gone upon return.

Specialized Sirrus

Location

Office Building
333 W Wacker
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 18, 2015 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
26
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Nearly new condition

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?: 
With combination lock and cable
Incident Description: 
There is a security camera within 20 feet of bike. Stolen bike was parked at 333 West Wacker in front of building

Diamondback Clarity

Location

Lakeview
700 W Cornelia Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Monday, May 18, 2015 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
DAU13K007866
Size: 
L SM14
Color: 
Silver/Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Lock is (was) locked into the rack on back of bike. No Water 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?: 
24hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was put in locked bike storage room at 4 PM on Previous Day. Owner found it missing at 3:30 PM the current day.

Raleigh Misceo

Location

911 W Carmen Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, May 17, 2015 - 7:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
14-13-4237
Size: 
55cm
Color: 
Black/dark gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In excellent shape, almost new. Has mounted holder for Kryptonite bike lock but no actual lock, as that's all they left behind for me. Wankers.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Since I moved to this apartment 7 months ago
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked through front wheel to provided bike rack. Because of size, shape, and position of bike rack the lock could only go through the wheel. Lock was left intact at the scene, so they must have cut through the wheel to take it.

khs road bike

Location

2817 N Cambridge Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 16, 2015 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White tape on the handle bars. It has a little electrical tape as well on the 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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
I accidentally left my garage open and they went in and stole my bike.

80s Schwinn, Red

Location

2614 W Augusta
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 16, 2015 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
5'5 women
Color: 
Red--a little scratched up
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is a old schwin model. Red and scratched up a bit. It has silver, metal rack attached to the back and a black basket on the left side.

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 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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
a few hours
Incident Description: 
I cam home around 3:20 and discovered the bike missing. I had locked it up around 12:30, in my alley where I always keep it.

Trek FX 7.0 2014

Location

Home
1322 E HYDE PARK BLVD # 3
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, May 16, 2015 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU319C7024H
Size: 
For 5'5 woman
Color: 
gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It was a brand new bike. Stolen from Hyde Park.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other U-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?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
I have a feeling that I did not properly lock the bike, because it was left there without the bike. So it may have been a defect in the lock, or my own mistake. The bike was brand new.

Schwinn Little 500

Location

4654 N Sacramento Ave Apt 1
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 14, 2015 - 7:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good working condition, though it looks well used. This was originally a Little 500 bike, from sometime between 2006-07. Handlebar tape is black, and has a ding on the right side (I believe). A u-lock is around the frame.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
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?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
Bike was discovered missing at the day and time above, but it hadn't been ridden in a week, so it could have been taken any time in between.

Solé Micklish

Location

Bikram Yoga Chicago
2736 N Clark St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 7, 2015 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
55 cm
Color: 
Black and gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is a couple years old, in good condition - looks exactly like the photo. One of the pedals is missing one of its reflectors, there's a holder for a headlight on one of the handlebars, and there's a bright yellow plastic tag under the seat.

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

Novara

Location

Apartment
3043 north kenmore ave, apt 2f
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 9, 2015 - 12:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Fits a woman who is 5 foot 6
Color: 
Red and cream
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition. Empty place holder for odometer. One pedal has a foot muzzle or whatever you call 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 street sign.

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?: 
1-3 days
Incident Description: 
It could have happened anytime between May 7 and May 10 (I was out of town.)

Scattante W350

Location

Whole Foods Market
6009 N. Broadway
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 7, 2015 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
PE3051001905
Color: 
White with Chartreuse trim
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition. White saddle & handle bar tape. Silver water bottle holder.

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 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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
9 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike up at 2:30 PM & went in to work at Whole Foods 6009 N. Broadway in Edgewater. When I came out around midnight my bike was gone.[U-lock]

Trek Tour de France

Location

Residence
1940 n. Sawyer ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, May 8, 2015 - 12:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Scratches on the frame and a cushioned seat.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Every day
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from a storage room that is inside my residence and about three feet from the door to my apartment. The bike has been stored here for about a year.

Sole Foamside

Location

Whole Foods
6006 N Broadway
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 9, 2015 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike has mint green wheel hubs and silver stripes on some parts of the frame. BMX style handlebars. There was a small smiley face sticker on the handlebars but it likely was removed.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed at the scene.
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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from a bike rack outside of Whole Foods. U=lock was left intact at the scene. No cameras were pointed at the bike rack so there is no footage of it to show how it happened.

Vita Specialized

Location

Loyola Red Line Stop
1200 W Loyola Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 9, 2015 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC602157423J
Size: 
Medium Frame-Women's Bike
Color: 
WHITE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
WHITE FRAME, BLACK WRITING OF MAKE/MODEL 8 SPEED WILL BE MISSING ONE FRONT TIRE

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?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked up via tire to rack in front of the Loyola red line station on the sidewalk and everything is missing except the front tire and U Lock to the rack.