Recent Reports

Marin Fairfax 2

Location

4431 N CHRISTIANA AVE
CHICAGO , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, December 17, 2021 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
121833150
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Black/Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was in newer condition and was bought from Tailwind Cycles.

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 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?: 
Locked during the school day
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from the North side of Lane Tech. It was locked to the fence.

SE Lager - Electric Blue

Location

2926 W Shakespeare Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 1, 2022 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
WBD002L0768T
Color: 
Blue/gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New. Electric blue frame with gold rims

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
The wooden fence post my bicycle was chained to was physically torn out. Private lot of our apartment complex.

TokyoBike Sport

Location

1956 W 21st Pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 5, 2022 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
47 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Matte black bike, no stickers, black rear rack. Small "tokyobike" logo on the body. Small light on the front and back. U-lock attached to the vertical 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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Not locked.
Incident Description: 
My bike was unlocked on my porch. I live on the second floor of a smaller building. My porch is slightly visible from the sidewalk — usually I lock up my bike but because of the storms, I had been moving it in and out during the day and must not have locked it up. Someone came and took my bike off of my porch, I saw them as they got away but couldn't catch up to them.

1991 Trek 750

Location

Welles Park
Sunnyside
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 4, 2022 - 11:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
96428
Size: 
48cm
Color: 
Black with green lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used heavily

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?: 
Unlocked - Welles Park
Incident Description: 
Left unlocked near bushes for 5 minutes in welles park

2015 Motobecane Mirage

Location

Welles park
Sunnyside
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 4, 2022 - 11:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
53cm
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used

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?: 
Not locked - Welles Park
Incident Description: 
Stolen out of bushes, left bike alone for 5 minutes

Schwinn Wanderlust Hybrid Electric Bicycle, 700c Wheels, 7 Speeds, 250-Watt Pedal Assist Motor, Blue

Location

George and Sheffield
921 W George St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 24, 2022 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new electric schwinn electric bicycle

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 months
Incident Description: 
The bicycle was locked in my basement and must have been stolen by someone with a key to the building

Felt Broam 40

Location

1361 E 50Th St Apt 3B
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 30, 2022 - 9:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
47cm
Color: 
Teal/gray blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition. Red pedals and red 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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was not locked inside of garage.

State Bicycle Company 4130

Location

621 Oakley Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 3, 2022 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
55”
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New bicycle, light green, white mark on the seat

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?: 
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?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
Came back to where bike was located on bike rack in front of the Forest Italian Deli. The bike was completely gone, with only a cable remaining from the bike.

Giant Liv 1

Location

233 east wacker drive apt 3313
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, July 2, 2022 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
white / blue and green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
excellent condtion road bike. 21 gears , front and curved down break handle bikes.

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2hrs
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked at the bike rack of Montrose Birds sanctuary from 1.00 pm to 4pm. The front and rear wheels were attached to the body and rack. I used a lock with 4 digits, but only changed 1 digit when locking it.

Jamis Coda S1

Location

Lakeivew on Southport between Henderson and School
3311 N Southport Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 30, 2022 - 1:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
#wakbj0568
Color: 
Silver/Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike in good condition. Flat handlebars

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
I keep my bike on our 3rd floor back balcony. The bike itself isn't locked the pack yard and access to the balcony is gated and locked.

Schwinn Heavy Duty

Location

Behind the Apartment
3518 N Springfield Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Friday, July 1, 2022 - 6:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Black Metallic over original yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It's an old heap it was yellow, but I painted over it with black metallic. It has a little black bell and a drink holder on the handle bar, and a tire rack on the back. No fenders. The front wheel was replaced with an aluminum rim recently.

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?: 
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?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
Not much to say it was locked to the post, now it's gone.

Rad Power Bikes RadCity Step-Thru 3

Location

1839 N Kedzie Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Friday, July 1, 2022 - 9:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
CU3C21F1713
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New condition electric bike. Black, heavy step-thru frame. "Rad Power Bikes" in orange lettering on side. Black plastic crate attached to rear rack.

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 a metal pole, pipe, 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?: 
1-2 days.
Incident Description: 
Discovered bike missing around 9:15. Two cable locks had been cut and left at the scene. A heavy chain lock and U-lock (used to secure the other locks to an immovable object) were left undamaged.

fat bike i dont remember the name but it was blue with yellow accents

Location

lincoln elementary
w kemper ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 1, 2022 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
uhh
Size: 
teen- young adult
Color: 
blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
thicc tires blue handle bars rusty chain it was a fat bike also known as fat tire bike.

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 street sign.

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?: 
1.5 weeks
Incident Description: 
cut with cutters the bike was in front of my school because on the last day I had a lot to carry so i walked. I forgot to go back and get it and was there for 1.5 weeks. i went there and it was gone.

SE Racing Palisade

Location

Rogers Park
W. North Shore Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 29, 2022 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
Black with white lettering and blue accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike has an Oak Park bike registry sticker on it. The back brakes were disconnected at the time that it was stolen. There is also a small piece missing from the foam seat.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than 24 hours.
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen off of the back stairwell of my apartment building. The bike was locked to the railing of the stairwell. There was no damage to the railing and the lock is gone with the bike. The stairwell goes to a parking lot for the residents that goes to the alley.

Nishiki Pueblo

Location

Oak Park and River Forest High School
201 N. Scoville
Oak park , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 30, 2022 - 11:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Kids (teen) bike medium size
Color: 
Black and tealish blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
There were some scratches on the frame by the front tire. No kickstand

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable 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?: 
It was not locked.
Incident Description: 
I don’t know the exact time it was stolen. It was sometime between 10:30 am and 12:40pm. It was unlocked around over 100 other bikes so someone could’ve possibly mistaken my bike for theirs.

2017 Specialized Vita

Location

Across from Willis tower
Upper wacker drive and Adams
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 30, 2022 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Bright green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It was in good condition. It has an Erik’s bike shop sticker on it. Small removable light blue front light and black round removable backlight. Disc brakes that are slightly squeaky.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hrs
Incident Description: 
Arrived at work at 8:30 am and it was missing when I left at 6pm.

Jamis Beatnik

Location

Lardon
2812 w Palmer Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 27, 2022 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
White Shadow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bullhorn handles were added to this Beatnik. There's also a University of Texas registration sticker under the seat.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Older U-Lock w/ Round 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?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was left overnight between 6/27 and 6/28 and I believe the theft occurred then.

BROOKLYN Roebling 24spd Hybrid Black 17

Location

Oriole Park
5430 N Olcott Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 27, 2022 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
ZPGH200605835
Size: 
Women's medium
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new. All black. BROOKLYN Roebling 24spd Hybrid Black 17 Greenfield Kickstand 285, Retro Mount, Silver, KS-2S

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?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
My bike was just stolen from the green playground in Oriole Park park while I was there with my son. It happened between 4-5pm on Monday June 27th.

Surly Disc Trucker

Location

Residential/House
611 N Kramer Ave
Lombard , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 23, 2022 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
M18030967
Size: 
46cm
Color: 
Dark Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
When the bike was stolen, it had its original black tires and black handlebars (see in pics). The seat is not the factory seat; I changed the factory seat out with a "Planet Bike" seat which has some padding. The Planet Bike logo is visible on the side of the seat. Also, the bike may be seen with two safety lights- one underneath the handlebars and the other below the seat. The frame is small, dark grey and is in pretty good condition. I can't recall any obvious scratches or scruff marks. A notable detail about the handlebars you might notice are very, very small bite marks, likely on the left handlebar (or both handlebars) These are the bite marks of a chipmunk.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 days
Incident Description: 
The theft occurred sometime between Thursday June 23 (at night) and Sunday June 26. Spanning these dates, I was sick and quarantining due to Covid. I imagine that it was during this time that my garage was entered and the bike was taken. Nothing else in the garage was stolen; just the bike. It wasn't until finally leaving the house on Sunday June 26 for a drive through COVID test, that I noticed the missing bike. A police report was immediately filed.

Genesis "29"

Location

1703 N Rockwell Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 24, 2022 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Very large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. No decals except a working bikes sticker. Has a natura; woven basket with black patterning.

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?: 
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen form a garage along with helmet and saddlebag and contents. The bike was locked with a u-lock to a cable attached to the wall. The cable was cut. A second bike was pulled form the wall but not stolen as the cable was much thicker. Our neighbor might have left the garage door open overnight.