Recent Reports

Schwinn ranger

Location

156 n jefferson st.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 16, 2014 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
medium, 26" wheels
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2 weeks old, bought at target because i figured no one would bother stealing a crappy target bike. Front shock suspension

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 street sign.

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?: 
3 hrs
Incident Description: 
Jefferson & randolph. was there at lunch, not there at 4. Parking lot attendant next door saw some sketchy looking dudes skulking around at some point.

RRB Custom Frame

Location

Logan Square Blue Line
Kedzie/Milwaukee
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 18, 2014 - 10:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Standard
Color: 
Blue Frame, Brown/Leather drop handlebars
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
No markings on the frame, stem-top shifters (silver), still had the reflectors in the wheels, hybrid petals (clipless/platform shimanos)

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Padlock
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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 Hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked at about 9:10am, completely gone when I returned at 12:00pm

Madsen Cargo Bike

Location

Residence, NW corner of Altgeld and Mozart
2500 N Mozart
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, September 14, 2014 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
3.5 feet long, giant bucket on back
Color: 
Black with black bucket
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Probably missing front wheel lock. Seat is original Madsen seat with serious damage to rear underside. Bucket was covered in bumper stickers and skull reflectors.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
5p Sunday - Monday 5p
Incident Description: 
Cargo bike was locked in front of home to a sign. Both wheel lock and thick keyed cable lock were in use. Neither were found at the scene. We are fairly sure it was spotted still locked at 7a on Monday, but no confirmation on that.

GT Cruiser

Location

Apartment
2121 N Richmond St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 17, 2014 - 9:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in fair condition. It has a removable seat. It has an attachment for a basket and a cup holder.

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was stolen within a residential building that needs an access code to enter. (

Felt Verza Fit 2

Location

Glencoe Train Station
724 Green Bay Road
Glencoe , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 17, 2014 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
vt31001245
Size: 
s8
Color: 
black, white, green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
new purchased in May. Mirror on Left side, Wireless pedometer cateye

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours

2011 Trek Gary Fischer

Location

3920 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 17, 2014 - 12:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
19 inches
Color: 
Charcoal Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Only minor scratches

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
several months
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked in bike room. Several other bikes were stolen, locks included.

Lemond Poprad

Location

Park Avenue Manor Condo Assn
1128 s oak park ave
oak park , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 11, 2014 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
28 inches
Color: 
blue powder coat
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
like new, no downtube or seattube markings, skinny black rear fender, tektro onyx canti breaks, FIR wheels, black front tire and grey rear tire, campagnolo veloce groupset, 2 chrome bottle holders.

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?: 
10 days
Incident Description: 
break in to basement, bike stolen from wall rack.

Cannondale Quick

Location

Ogilvie Transportation Center
500 W Madison St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 17, 2014 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Grey with black lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
After-market brushed aluminum front fork. Road-rash damage to the seat and the handle bars. Front tire is much larger than rear tire.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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 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?: 
10 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to the bike racks located on the south-east corner of the intersection of Madison St. and Clinton St. There were at least 6 bicycles locked to the racks Tuesday afternoon, and when I made it back to the bike Wednesday morning there were two bikes left attatched to the bike racks. Both bikes were secured with a very heavy duty U-style lock. I cannot speculate on how the bike was stolen other than someone cut the cable and made off with the bike.

Felt TK3

Location

Huron and Ashland
1600 W Huron
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 16, 2014 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
56 cm
Color: 
silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Moderate/light scratches. Yellow back wheel. Quick release front wheel.

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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
left unattended for 45 seconds. I know. my bad.
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen in front of gas station at Huron and Ashland. surveillance video showed a young kid and a black hoodie. Along with my bike being stolen there was also an iPad Stolen out of a woman's car in the parking lot it just right before by the same person.

Specialized Rockhopper

Location

Mews Of Oak Park
140 N. Euclid Ave.
Oak Park , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 13, 2014 - 4:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
P0754526
Size: 
20.5" Frame, 26" Tires
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has recently been modified with a new Surly 1x1 front fork (no suspension.) Has aluminum gray metal bar ends, a water bottle cage, tire pump, and rear rack mounted on the bike. Fully tuned recently, and in good riding shape. Brand new seat, chain and brake pads. No recent photo available - stock photo from Bikepedia used.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
16 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken from a locked storage unit in my condo building's parking garage. It was not locked to anything inside the garage. Thieves gained access by breaking the lock that was on the storage unit door.

americano 1

Location

Columbia college
600 s. michigan ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 16, 2014 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
700c
Color: 
grey frame, blue rims
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New rims and rear tire. New blue rims. Blue tape on bars

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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Another person's bike seat was stolen around the same time.

Brooks Saddle with Thompson Post (Parts Theft)

Location

600 S Michigan Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 16, 2014 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Color: 
Brown leather, black post
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Some scuffs on the leather but pretty new. Tool bag with small combo lock hanging from the back. Gaffers tape wrapped around the seatpost.

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?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked up with U-lock outside of Columbia College Chicago. Bike was fine, but seat and seatpost (and attached tool bag) were stolen. No quick-release, but secured via a standard allen screw. Another student's bike was stolen at the same time, had only been locked up since 3:45pm, so about a two hour window. Combo for lock on toolbag is 0152.

Benotto

Location

Health spa
Racine and Grace
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps
Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 16, 2014 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
small frame, good fit for 5'3" or shorter
Color: 
Red and White frame with white handle bar tape
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition. Bike has Gatorskin tires, less than a year old, white women's Deva seat with wear. Red straps on the toe clips and a black hitch for a trailer.

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
less than 3 minutes
Incident Description: 
I walked inside to open the back gate at work to bring my bike in, didn't see anyone in the alley or street. When I came out the back to open the gate the bike was gone and my helmet was left on the ground.

GMC Denali 700c

Location

Residence
700 S Laflin Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 16, 2014 - 6:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
19' Mens
Color: 
Black/Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost like new, two months old. Non-functional Neon orange tube glow light wrapped around the frame of the bike (The battery pack was previously damaged/torn off). Additional white silicone style light on the back of the bike below the seat that flashes red.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other U-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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Landlord called in the report while the theft was taking place. The bike and the person were gone by the time the police arrived on the scene. An African American male with a dark hoodie and camouflage pants was seen using a torch to remove the lock. The lock was in great condition, it was a brand new u-lock with combination and was used to lock up both the front tire and the frame of the bike.

Schwinn 700 c

Location

Library of Health Sciences-Chicago
1750 W. Polk
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 16, 2014 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
551423452
Color: 
Powder Blue (Sky blue)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was a month old. Schwinn admiral bike with black seat and bell on left handle. Looks like a cruiser bike but is a hybrid of a cruise and mountain bike with gear changes on right handle bar. Rear carrier rack in the back of the bike.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
I parked my bike outside of UIC's Library of Health Sciences located at 1750 W. Polk, Chicago, IL 60612 from 8:00am-12:00PM to a bike rack after which I left class to realize my bike nor my lock was there.

Trek Navigator 3.0

Location

1039 N Winchester Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 3, 2014 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU025C0194B
Size: 
Frame size 16.5, wheel size 26"
Color: 
Sky blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Unique looking cruiser bike - looks a lot like a Divvy bike. Had a disk with Chainwheel Drive below the handle bars. Last had a water bottle holder, bell, and kick stand.

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?: 
Not locked
Incident Description: 
Stolen from an open garage when I went to drop off at school. Nothing else was stolen.

Raleigh

Location

1400 n maplewood
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, September 14, 2014 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58-59
Color: 
Black with White Accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Old/ refurbished. old patch of grey paint under newer white paint on neck.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
10 hours
Incident Description: 
Someone (who could see my bike was only locked frame to wheel) climbed over the fence and carried it out of the back yard gate.

Raleigh Record

Location

California and Milwaukee Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, September 14, 2014 - 12:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Fits around 5'4-5'6
Color: 
Red with poorly taped blue handlebars
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The white chord containing the speed wire recently snapped. Crooked bottle holder still attached. Should have red lock stuck on it also.

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 street sign.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3-4 hours
Incident Description: 
Walked outside to find pole void of my bike. No lock found either. Rechecked this morning,out of disbelief. Seems sign was lifted out and put back in place. At corner or California and Milwaukee.

Seven Cycles Axiom SL

Location

Skybridge Condos
737 W. Washington
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, September 15, 2014 - 3:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
451I08
Size: 
47.5 cm Seat Tube
Color: 
Unpainted Titanium
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Seven Axiom XL with red trim and red wheels. S&S couplers on tubes.

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?: 
In locked condo for weeks. Burglary.
Incident Description: 
Condo in hi-rise at Washington and Halsted burglarized while sleeping. Took bike and small electronics. Building security has footage. AA male in a black hoodie at 3:10 am. I was home and sleeping.

80s Miyata

Location

Spaulding/Wrightwood
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 13, 2014 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Single speed, red chain. White tape on bullhorn handlebars. White origin-8 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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Months
Incident Description: 
We accidentally left our garage door open, and the unlocked bike was taken. I keep my bike parked in the garage unlocked because the door is usually closed.