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 csbr@mailworks.org 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.

Cannondale Synapse

Location

833
N Clark St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 7, 2026 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
unknown
Color: 
Light Green (Sage, two-tone)
Size: 
L
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Light green Cannondale Synapse Bike. RD 30 Vittoria ZAFFIRO wheels. Had a Nice cushioned saddle, Rockbros handlebar bag, Bucklos Bike Pedals,

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 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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
On Friday, August 7th, I secured my Cannondale Synapse road bike in front of my friend's apartment building at the Aurelien at 833 North Clark Street using a chain cable lock. When I returned a few hours later, the bike was gone. I had an air tag in it, which they found and discarded a few blocks away from the incident in the alleyway behind Tanta. restaurant.

Bianchi Axis

Location

Maplewood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 8, 2026 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Teal/Blue with Purple and Black and White Flags
Size: 
L/XL
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike has custom teal colored pedals that match the teal of the bikes body.

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?: 
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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Left my bike outside while getting changed and quickly eating before heading out. Locked the bike outside around 6pm and went back outside 8:30 to leave. The bike was missing and the lock was laying next to it. Craziest part is that our windows point towards the street where the bike was locked and we did not hear anything.

Raleigh Alysa 1 Fitness Bike

Location

Hotel Felix
111 W Huron St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 8, 2026 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Orange
Size: 
Adult
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Orange road bike, front wire basket, hand pump attachment, black bell, ALYSA model painted on center bar.

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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to CTA bus sign in front of Hotel Felix at 2pm. Returning around 9:30pm and bike was gone without a trace.

Cannondale Quick 4 StepThru

Location

Across from street from Planet Fitness on Patterson and Broadway
641 W Patterson Ave Unit 1N
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 7, 2026 - 1:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
BA58681
Color: 
Dark Purple
Size: 
M
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Purple bike, cannondale, bell on right handlebar

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day

Trek

Location

445 W Barry Apartments
445 W Barry Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 8, 2026 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Grey
Size: 
XL
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a bell, an XL sticker, a water holder with air tag

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Week
Incident Description: 
Bike is missing from bike room. I have an air tag, so I will see if I can help locate and I have contacted my building.

Yamaha Crosscore

Location

1555 West Fry Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 7, 2026 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
x2u4002925
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
I installed a front and rear fender. Bike is like new

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?: 
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?: 
Months
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen out of our garage. Bike was chained to a storage cabinet that was disassembled to get to the bike.

E-Bike Happy Run HR-G60 Pro

Location

Lukes On Harlem
3130 N Harlem
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 6, 2026 - 12:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
KDR H20506011/18-A
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Missing Kickstand and Battery

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?: 
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?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to fence outside local business near Harlem & Belmont

Trek DS2

Location

438 Washington Street
Glenview , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 - 4:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU051XC0924X
Color: 
Red/Orange (Lava)
Size: 
XL
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Head lamp and phone holder on handle bars, storage pouch under 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?: 
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?: 
Up to 12 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was left at train station locked to bike rack. When I returned, everything was gone with no trace of bike or lock. Other bikes still remained on the rack.

Vefreedom 1500W Folding Electric Bike

Location

845 W Taylor st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Color: 
White
Size: 
20 in
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in almost new condition with approximately 100 miles of use. It has the handwritten letters "em" marked on the frame with a marker. The side of the frame is printed with "SASIKEIBIKE."

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
On approximately **August 5, 2026**, I locked my electric bicycle to the bike rack outside the **SES Building at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)** at around **10:30 a.m.** When I returned at approximately **1:50 p.m.**, I found that the bike lock had been cut, and the bicycle was gone. I believe the bicycle was stolen sometime between **10:30 a.m. and 1:50 p.m.** on August 5, 2026.

Schwinn Tourist

Location

Ashland and Augusta
West Augusta Boulevard
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Red and White
Size: 
Small
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Red and white Schwinn Tourist. Wide handlebars. Plastic fenders. Black water bottle holder.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A few days
Incident Description: 
2 bikes locked were stolen from a gated (not locked) courtyard at a residence.

Trek Multitrack 720

Location

Garage
725 N Waller Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 2, 2026 - 6:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Blue
Size: 
Large
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It’s old / a little rusty but still in good condition. All quick releases were replaced with non-quick release and there is a registered U-Lock on it (orange and black) that I have the key for

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
The bikes were stolen out of our garage. Someone opened the garage from the outside and stole them. They were hanging up with locks on but they were not locked to anything

2013 Fuji Absolute 1.4

Location

Michigan and Huron outside of H and M store
Huron Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 2, 2026 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Gloss metallic red frame with black and white graphics
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition. Hybrid/flat bar road bike. Wheelset Vera Corsa rims with oval concepts hubs. 27 speed drive train

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 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?: 
3.5 hours
Incident Description: 
My husband and I had two bikes locked together while we went to see a movie. We came back and my bike was gone along with the lock. His bike was still there unlocked now. it was outside of H and M store on Huron (Huron and Michigan).

Giant Escape 3

Location

Lakeview East
Elaine PL
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 12, 2026 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
CBDC5004
Color: 
Charcoal
Size: 
Medium
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used condition; shifters don't match (one was replaced); should have an irack (rear carrier) but no basket. Should have a small kryptonite lock attached to it.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Older U-Lock w/ Round Key
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?: 
0 minutes
Incident Description: 
I forgot to lock my bike up from my back porch in the rear of my building. The building gate that allows access to the back of the building was left unlocked, and my bike was missing the next morning.

Specialized Crossroads

Location

Home
816 WBuckingham Pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 23, 2026 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Purple
Size: 
Adult
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Purple bike with orange lettering. The backseat had some damage and was taped up. The gear shifters were different makes and models because one needed to be fixed.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A year
Incident Description: 
My bike was chained to my front fence, inside our gate on our property. I always kept it locked. I rode it home from the gym this day (23rd) around 7:30 AM, and then noticed that it was missing that following Sunday the 26th . I spoke with the neighbor who has a ring security camera and we reviewed the footage but the security camera was not functioning on the 23rd. We are able to clearly see the bike there on Wednesday, the 22nd, and then I remember clearly riding it home from the gym that Thursday. The camera was fixed on Friday the 24th, and yhe bike is gone. I spoke with my other neighbors to see if there was any additional security footage, but no one had any cameras pointed in this direction.

Trek FX2 Gen 4

Location

Apartment
724 W Waveland Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 1, 2026 - 9:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU001XC0054X
Color: 
Red
Size: 
XS
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Bike lock was cut and bike was missing

Specialized Diverge 2026

Location

Tribune Tower
E Illinois St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC0250109X
Color: 
White
Size: 
58
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has black fenders and black pannier rack. Also has Kozy's cyclery sticker on downtube.

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?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Left outside Chicago Tribune Tower bike rack on Illinois and Michigan avenue from 7 am to 4 pm. Had U-lock on it attached through rear triangle and frame to the bike rack, along with cable lock attaching through front wheel to frame.

Cannondale Cargowagen Neo

Location

Uptown/Edgewater
W Winona St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 30, 2026 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
GA01536
Color: 
Sage
Size: 
Medium
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Sage green bike with orange handlebars. Bike is less than 2 months old, but has a bench for kids in the rear with some white paint scrapes around the hoop.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Hey all. I mistakenly left my ebike outside in my parking lot overnight. When I returned from an errand in the morning, I engaged the wheel lock, but was planning to pick my son up from school in the evening, so I didn't lock it TO anything or take it inside. My husband did that, though, and I forgot the bike was outside altogether. The lot has a chain-link fence/gate and stays closed except when people enter or exit. When I woke up this morning, the padlock to our gate was missing, the door was open, and the bike was gone. I've asked my neighbor if there is any surveillance footage, but trying to put feelers out wherever I can.

Surley Straggler

Location

3352 S Emerald Ave
3352 S Emerald Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Black
Size: 
60cm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new condition. Two black water bottle cages. PLEASE NOTE the pictures are old. The bike has a black Brooks leather seat and front rack only.

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, see incident.
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen between 7 and 7:30pm from our garage, which was accidentally left open during that time. Bike was not locked in the garage. Nothing else, including a second bike, was taken.

Trek Domane SL5 Gen 4

Location

100E
Michigan Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Era White/Glowstick/Coral Fade
Size: 
56cm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new… just purchased it a few months ago. The colorway is the white rainbow one. Has two white bottle cages on it. The rest of the accessories / gear set are the standard SL5 (Shimano 105, Shimano clipless pedals). Bike is almost brand new. It’s a Trek Domane SL5 Gen 4 (56cm). Thanks for your help.

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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Hi guys, my Trek Domane SL5 Gen 4 (56cm) bike was stolen adjacent to the Michigan Avenue bridge (east side) over the Chicago River on Wednesday, July 29th between the hours of 2:45pm and 5:10pm. Had a work meeting and locked my bike to a bike rack with a foldable combination lock as I didn’t have my U lock on me as a double lock.