Recent Reports

Motobecane Mirage Sport

Location

My Friend Kyle's House
Kenmore
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 11, 2008 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New. Small missing paint spot on right side top bar. Cable to front derailer cut off after the nut.

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 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?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked my bike to a fence and went into a friends apartment. When I came back out the bike and lock were gone.

unsure

Location

In Buena Park/Uptown
4145 N. Sheridan Rd.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 11, 2008 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
woman's bike
Color: 
red/maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Old bike. Has a big metal basket on the front. The lock was a U lock that I think was a Master lock. The lock is yellow and the U is black. It had a little metal "seat" coming off the back for carrying things.

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
The bike was usually locked in our inner covered walkway but this time it wasn't. It had been there for about 4 days unlocked.
Incident Description: 
Didn't see who took my bike but I know that it had to either be someone in my building or the people who are in the lot behind our place. Please call if you saw anything.

2008 Trek Madone 5.5

Location

apartment
4046 N. Wolcott #1
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 11, 2008 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU003T122D
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Black/Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New Trek Madone 5.5 with SRAM Force grouppo. Powertap rear wheel and yellow stem-mounted computer. Red stars on top-tube as well as "World Bicycle Relief" on top-tube.

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?: 
N/A
Incident Description: 
Bicycle was stolen from inside an apartment. The thief took only change and the bike. The bike is carbon fiber, very light and clearly not a commuter bike. This is Trek's top of the line racing bike and looks it. The rear wheel is a PowerTap and has a unique looking hub. There is also a yellow computer attached to the stem. There are star decals on the top-tube and a "World Bicycle Relief" decal as well.

Schwinn Fastback CX

Location

Lincoln Park
Mildred Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 10, 2008 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
IDT6D00082
Size: 
Was a size small
Color: 
Torquoise
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1 yr old. In great condition. Had a bag under the seat, had special pedals (reversible, one side was made for my shoes to click in, and the other side was normal). I had the security locks for the tires and seat. 2 sets of breaks on the handle bar.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
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?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen off of my back porch lastnight. I had the bike U-Locked to the porch. The individual who stole the bike ripped off some wooden slats, and must have broken into the back door to get the bike out.

IronHOrse Quantum Mountain Bike Adult with Disc Brakes Front and Rear

Location

Downtown Loop Lake and Clinton street
200 N Jefferson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 10, 2008 - 7:32am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
C85FQ103
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In good condition just serviced not too many scratches..24 gears 8x3...Silver and black lettering and paint. water bottle holder

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key 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?: 
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?: 
1hour
Incident Description: 
someone took the bike from right in front of my building broad daylight in front of many people.must have been done by a pro and fast please help me get it back really appreciated...Thanks 312 545 0856 305 761 1521

Haro F3 (2006)

Location

8277 W. Argyle
Argyle
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 4, 2008 - 12:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
BMX Bike
Serial No.: 
F34P6E0418
Size: 
Trick bike size
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very new, very bright blue

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?: 
Not Locked
Incident Description: 
Left it outside in frontyard for about 10 minutes, came outside and it was gone!

Electra Townie 21 Custom WMS WH

Location

A friends house
1731 N Hermitage
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 26, 2008 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
WN6J16272
Size: 
26" (I believe)
Color: 
White with black flowers
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White with black flowers. Black seat and grips on handle bars. Black bag attached to the frame that matches bike. The plastic cover for the gears just cracked and moved around a bit when pedalling. Otherwise, bike was in great condition. Black rear rack.

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?: 
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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Unsure as the bike was lent to a friend. Friend did secure the bike with the lock, yet the bike was taken sometime overnight.

Specialized Rockhopper model # 9141-3021

Location

Home (balcony)
1939 N Damen Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 30, 2008 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
P4DK42265
Size: 
21 (frame size)
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent 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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Left bike on back balcony for a few hours while moving in.

Cannondale F300

Location

DePaul University Schmitt Academic Center (SAC)
2320 Kenmore
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 6, 2008 - 5:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Women's small or medium size
Color: 
Charcoal Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Had a small CATEYE odometer on the right handle bar. Had straps to place your shoes into on the 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?: 
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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
I went to class at DePaul University. Locked my bike and 2 hours later I returned and my bike was gone, along with the lock.

SE Draft

Location

Logan Square El Stop
Milwaukee Ave and Kedzie
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 3, 2008 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54"
Color: 
light blue gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new. 2008 Aluminium SE Rims Draft 700x25c 54" Road bike Single speed The colour is light blue gray no mudguard handlebars straight

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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: 
Locked the bike to the city bike holder at station. Put lock through both wheels and left. When I came back everything was gone.

Gary Fisher Wahoo disc/dark grey color

Location

my home
1360 N. Sandburg Ter. #2811
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 4, 2008 - 5:17pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
19.5
Color: 
dark grey earth
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
All one color has a tire missing or diffrent one.has a green sticker on the body of it that says CSV, Please help me find it. Please

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 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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
The shocks were locked through the front tire and through the pole. It had to have been not to long ago. My bike means evrything to me don't have a lot of money

Se Lager

Location

Albany park
4800 n St Loius
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 4, 2008 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
49cm has a beer sticker with the 49cm on it
Color: 
brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
new about 2 months old

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
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?: 
about the whole day it was last seen around 9pm and must of been stolen around 9pm and 12am
Incident Description: 
its just all brown i took out the se lager stickers... one side of the bike has no scratches but the other side has scratches especially on the top tube..

Chicago Schwinn mixte

Location

2400 N Albany Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 2, 2008 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
56"
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
custom re-built steel Chicago Schwinn (old metal decal on stem front) mixte step-through frame; 6-speed; 26" wheels; black frame covered with black electrical tape and some stickers ("Bike Winter"); black Jand expedition rear rack; kettler baby seat mount on seat tube; black plastic fenders with stickers; schwinn child trailer hitch on rear wheel; upright 'priest' handlebars with black grips; large silver chinese style bell on left handlebar; "incredibell" on right handlebar; loaded with years of use and love. See picture -- bike no longer has milk crate on it.

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?: 
not locked, but in the area for at least a few hours
Incident Description: 
I normally lock my wheel to the frame but in a hurried moment, did not. Our tall privacy fence was recently partially burned, creating an opening to see through. the thieves (may they burn in hell) probably lifted the bike over the burnt area onto a truck. Including parts, the bike is probably only worth $200, max.

Redline 925 2007

Location

River North
311 W Superior
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 29, 2008 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
HU0806693
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Dark Grey (almost black) with white lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Well used, some nicks and scratches. Missing end cap if one side of handle bar, causing the wrapping to become a bit loose. Add on rear fender.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to a tree in front of 311 W Superior from 9:30 am, last noted being present around 3:30 pm, noticed missing at 6 pm. The street is very busy with all the galleries on both side of the street. A high traffic are on foot and car. The thief must have been very fast and brazen.

Trek 950 singletrack

Location

Lake street by prudential plaza
Lake Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 28, 2008 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
94, ice blue with silver decals. Older Trek 950. Blue metallic paint with black fenders and a newish specialized seat. newer street tires. rusty chain. water bottle holder - no water bottle. basically an old hard tail converted into a street bike. I bought this bike new about 14 years ago. black pedals with teeth.

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 a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
I parked my bicycle at 8am and left work around 8:00pm to find it gone with the bike lock lying on the ground where my bike used to be!
Incident Description: 
I had U-Lock around frame and bike rack with the cable going through the front wheel. I came outside after work to find the bike gone and the cable lying on the ground. I am not sure how they got the u-lock off. They cut the cable. Looks like they tried twice as there was a partial cut in another place on the cable.

Raleigh Mojave 4.0

Location

Beverly Pagoda Ryu
95th & Pleasant
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 27, 2008 - 3:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
20" frame
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Pretty new. Silver frame with a blue bottleholder and a small bell on the handlebars

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?: 
Locked to a wooden pole, railing, 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?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour and 30 minutes
Incident Description: 
A parent called the school saying that a person that was standing around for a while had picked the lock and rode west on 95th street.

Jamis Coda '08

Location

Union Station (corner of Jackson & Canal)
Jackson Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 27, 2008 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
I have it at home, will fill in later
Size: 
17.5"
Color: 
Black & Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black & Grey Jamis Coda (solid black frame with Grey panels that say Jamis in black lettering on the seat tube and downtube, and Coda on top tube)--less than six months old so it looks brand new. Planet Bike full fenders on front and rear tires (black). Black water bottle cage on downtube. Small black bell on handlebars. Mounts for a planet bike blinky on seatpost and handlebar. I removed the quick-release skewers and replaced them with allen bolt skewers.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Someone defeated a kryptonite mini ulock while the bike was locked to a bike rack in front of Union Station in the loop. This was a brand new ulock, and close to the toughest you can buy. The lock was removed from the scene so I do not know how it was compromised, but I would guess it was cut. A similar style, but much older and not in very good condition, bike was left unlocked in the exact same location where my bike was stolen. An older all-white Gyro helmet was also locked to my bike and stolen.

Gary Fisher 2006 Nirvana

Location

Corner of Maple and Clark (Dave and Busters building)
Maple and Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
c64bk574
Size: 
22.5
Color: 
red and silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was less than a year old and thus in perfect condition...there are no distinguishing marks. The bike should have a spot for an under seat storage bag with no bag on it, a frame mounted lock holder without a lock on it, and a frame mounted pump mount with no pump on it. The bike also has a water bottle holder that had a village cycle center water bottle in it.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
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?: 
7 hours
Incident Description: 
Went over to a friends for the night and locked the bike to a street sign in front of the building. between 11 pm and 7 am someone removed the street sign from the ground, removed the bike from the pole and left the pole lying on the ground.

Giant Rainier

Location

1020 W. Buena Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 7, 2008 - 4:10pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
GF384189
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Front suspension bike with Jack's Bike Shop (of Dearborn, MI) sticker on it.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
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?: 
Less than 2 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked it in a stupid way just because I wasn't going to be very long. Dumb move on my part. Apparently there have been a lot of bikes getting stolen in my neighborhood lately.

Specialized Sirrus Sport

Location

alley behind 3000 block of W. Palmer Blvd.
3026 W. Palmer Blvd.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 24, 2008 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
58 cm
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
one year old, nearly new condition, with black fenders and brackets for front and rear baskets and lights (baskets and lights were removed prior to the theft)

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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Alley or side passageway.
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?: 
three hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to itself with a U-lock through the front wheel and frame and a cable lock through the rear wheel. It was visible from the alley and the gate sometimes sticks, so I think someone was able to get in through the gate and carry off the locked bike, because I couldn't find the broken lock.