Recent Reports

Welcome to the Chicago Stolen Bike Registry

Here's how it works...

1. Your bike gets stolen. Oh no!

2. You file a theft report, and let us know about your stolen bike.

3. We receive your report. After reviewing it, we will post it on the main page. We mainly review reports to weed out spam and make minor editorial corrections to formatting.

4. Your theft report, including your bike's photo, last known location, and date of theft, are posted on our site. Your report also goes into our searchable statistics builder and is shown on our report map. And, if you're lucky, someone might see your bike and contact you directly and return your bike.


Time is of the essence! Please post your report ASAP for the best chance of getting your bike back, even if you don't yet have all the information. You can contact us via email at [email protected] at any time to add to or change your listing.

Important: See Mr Bike's tips on I.D.-ing your bike before it gets stolen!

Search tip: Be aware indexing happens nightly so it's recommended that you eyeball at least the first 10 or 12 listings in addition to using the "search" feature.

Feel free to browse recovered bike listings for inspiring tales of bike/owner reunions.

Schwinn Bonafide Men

Location

719 south loomis
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
28
Color: 
Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
bike lock holder on the front wheel fork. The paint was in good condition except for a scratch on the top tube.

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?: 
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?: 
24hrs
Incident Description: 
They surprisingly left a Divy bike right next to it.

Fuji Gran Tourer

Location

Belmont CTA
3355 W Belmont
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 - 5:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Old classic lugged steel bike. Silver frame. Chrome front rack and basket. Neon reflective accents on basket. Green grips on swept back handlebars. 2 Blue Lug stem bags: orange and beige. Velo Orange saddle

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?: 
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?: 
10 hrs
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to rack inside Belmont CTA station using Abus folding lock. Abus lock was left intact on rack. Not sure if I had locked up properly.

Salsa Journeyman

Location

Street sign, west side of street
4400 N Ravenswood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 - 1:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Large frame
Color: 
Maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
bike is a few years old, good overall condition, some chips/scratches on the paint, there is a light, small dent in the middle of top tube.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
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?: 
2-3 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked up my bike to a street sign at about 9:30AM and went into a co-working space for a few hours. When I came out for lunch around 1pm it was gone. Looks like some kind of high powered saw was used to slice through the lock.

Surly Disc Trucker

Location

2610 N Magnolia Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 21, 2025 - 7:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
XXL
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition Surly Disc Trucker with standard equipment plus a silver water bottle holder and yellow pedals.

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?: 
over a year
Incident Description: 
My bike was inside my locked apartment storage area with other unlocked bikes

Trek Crossrip

Location

Replay Bar, Lincoln Park
2833 N Sheffield Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, April 20, 2025 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
50cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Black frame, white "TREK" lettering. Green bolts in the chain ring, green caps on the drop bars

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 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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1-5 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked to a streetsign outside of Replay in Lincoln Park. I arrived around 1pm and discovered the bike was stolen at 5:45p when I left.

Trek Verve 2

Location

2649 N. Racine Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 17, 2025 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU350XC2639S
Size: 
L
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition

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 bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Every night

Schwinn Sierra

Location

Jefferson Park
Moody
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, April 19, 2025 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
Maroon red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
From the early 2000s, in perfect condition. Had a rack on the back. Has a gyro style motor attached to front fork/wheel with cabling to power a USB battery cell (actual battery cell not on bike when stolen) Small brown REI toll bag Velcro’d onto frame filled with tools.

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?: 
Wasn’t locked. Was stolen out of garage
Incident Description: 
Main garage door was open. Heard people in alley around 2/2:30am but not suspicious. 7am checked and bikes were gone.

Trek Domane AL2

Location

125 S Wacker Drive
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 17, 2025 - 9:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WT9098C7392U
Size: 
54"
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black rack mounted to rear wheel with duct tape on one piece. Bontrager R1 tires. 2 water bottle cages

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?: 
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?: 
No more than 7 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked on the northeast corner of S Wacker Drive and Adams to a bike rack. Also locked to the bike/rack was a dark green helmet. Bike was locked at around 9:15am and upon returning around 4:15pm was missing. Found no sign of bike, lock or any evidence indicating how the lock was defeated (lock was ABUS brand folding keyed lock). Bike was left in clear view of Wells Fargo bank branch with at least one security camera clearly visible. Building security at 125 S Wacker Drive refused to assist when asked.

Nishiki and unknown

Location

Home address
3802 N Hermitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, April 12, 2025 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
Unknown
Color: 
Blue, although you can't see it under all the stickers
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Plastered with SCUBA and deadhead stickers, among countless others

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
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?: 
Storage room.
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?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
Hi! Hello! The last known sighting of my bike was at 5:00 PM on Friday, April 11, after I finished riding it. I discovered it missing at 5:00 PM on Monday, April 14. The bike was stored in a communal basement storage area near the laundry machines. The rear door to this area showed no signs of forced entry, though the lock is known to be weak and can be easily bypassed (I demonstrated this myself in under 10 seconds using just a twig).My leasing office confirmed that their handyman did not remove the bike, ruling out accidental removal. I’m currently speaking with neighbors to narrow down the 72-hour window. I’ve also reached out to adjacent neighbors for access to their security camera footage that may cover the area.The bike is a Nishiki, though I don’t have the exact model or serial number due to its age and the fact that it was a gift about seven years ago. I’m reviewing my phone for any related information. The bike had a heavy-duty chain in a black sheath with a padlock wrapped around the torso, but the lock was not engaged over the weekend and may still be on the bike.I have photos of the bike and a video demonstrating the door lock’s weakness, available upon request. I’ll provide updates if further info arises, assuming the report can be amended.Thank you in advance for your assistance!

Gravity FSX 1

Location

Lane Tech High school
2501 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60618
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Size: 
15
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
good condition, Toseven DM02 mid-drive ebike conversion kit, Venzo Repacked Flat Mountain BMX MTB Aluminum Bike Sealed Bearing Pedals, Mucky Nutz MugGuard - Rear and front fenders

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 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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
0-8 hrs
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked before school, and after school, it was locked outside the door under camera coverage.

canyon Endurace 6 RAW

Location

1900 w Lawrence ave
1900 w Lawrence ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 - 12:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
772451857994
Size: 
28 inch
Color: 
gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new bike. Has a rack installed.

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 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
Incident Description: 
Chain was cut and bike stoken. Bike has airtag last registered at 1620 W 38th St, Chicago, IL 60609 in the alley.

Specialized Tarmac SL7 Expert

Location

1309 W Roscoe St, 2
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Wsbc027003994T
Size: 
54 cm
Color: 
Sky blue - gloss morning mist/ white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, carbon pedals, tiny paint chip on left side rear frame

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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Our back window was broken with a glass cutter to enter the unit. Bike was stolen after bringing it home the day prior brand new. Other items were also stolen.

2021 State Bicycle Co. x The Notorious B.I.G.

Location

New city management company
944 w Montrose Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
Ar20go2203
Size: 
54 in
Color: 
Black white and red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It is a limited addition, notorious BIG state bike. It is a 54 inch single speed cruiser with no modifications. It has a black cloth, kryptonite, bike lock wrapped around the main frame. It’s very hard to get off so it probably is still there.

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?: 
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?: 
Winter storage
Incident Description: 
I went to pick up my bike to take it to get the tire fixed, and the bike was gone.

Trek Stache 7

Location

Eco Cafe/ Eco Flamingo
Rockwell St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 - 9:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Large frame, 29inch by 3 inch tires.
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Large purple mountain bike with large tires. Trek Stache 7. Hard to miss it the city.

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 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: 
Was working at the Eco Cafe on Rockwell and Lawrence. Went to check on my bike to find my lock cut and bike gone. Witness saw someone casing our bike and store. Saw them again with an electric grinder/saw. White male, middle aged, bad teeth, baseball hat.

euphree city Robin

Location

central park and wolfram
2823 central park ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, April 5, 2025 - 9:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
unknown
Size: 
large
Color: 
green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Battery lock broken, tan grips, phone mount, black Ridgid box mounted on back but maybe they took it off

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12hrs
Incident Description: 
Came home, bike missing, guy came in gate around 929

Cannondale Topstone

Location

Thief's Location (presumed home)
4407 N Spaulding
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
fc17079
Color: 
Charcoal Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition. Some scratches underneath the top bar on the body where the hanging hooks scratched it. Has a Cannondale bottle holder, a small black bell that barely functions, reflectors on front and back, and black metal tire stem caps.

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?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was secured to a bike rack at 2355 N Lincoln Ave, 60614. Presume the bike lock was cut. The bike was taken to and stored at 4407 N Spaulding, 60625 for multiple days before the thief removed the AirTag that had been tracking the bike. I attempted to retrieve it with no luck.

Surly Karate Monkey

Location

2539 N Drake Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, March 30, 2025 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
M23072248
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Salmon (Pink + Orange)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Surly decal. Mountain bike. Front suspension. 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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
The bike was in the alley behind my garage. I left it there unlocked accidentally. It was there for maybe 20-30 minutes before someone stole it. We think the thief was driving a white minivan.

Pure Fixed Gear Premium Kennedy

Location

Home
1733 W Crystal St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, March 29, 2025 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
XPP18D0032
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Silver Anti theft wheel bolts, neon green lock, skinny rack over back tire. Matte black

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?: 
A month
Incident Description: 
Bike was in my garage and one of my neighbors left the garage open. Bike was stolen from the garage and noticed it this morming

Hiboy KS4 Pro

Location

Garcia’s Live
Washington and Morgan
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, March 29, 2025 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Scooter
Size: 
45.3"L x 6.1"W x 48.2"H
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Still looks pretty new. It was stolen from Washington and Morgan near the new Garcia’s Live venue while I was at work. Working on getting gps tracking via the parent company Hiboy. But any extra assistance would be great thank you. Will update serial number as soon as the parent company emails me back

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?: 
<6 hours
Incident Description: 
Left my scooter locked while at work, during a bathroom break I felt a bit of unease and went to check my scooter, sure enough it had been stolen.