Location
Trader Joe's bike rack
466 W. Diversey
Chicago
, IL
United States
See map: Google Maps
Date of Theft
Wednesday, August 3, 2011 - 11:12am
Basic Bike Info
Bicycle Type:
Hybrid Bike
Color:
White/red/silver
Size:
17.5"
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
BRAND NEW - sticker from Macomb Bike and Fitness
Owner Information
Contact Email:
Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.
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.
How was the bike locked?:
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
Incident Description
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?:
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How long was the bike locked in this location?:
10 minutes
Incident Description:
Cable lock cut while shopping at TJ's.
Recovery Information
This bike was recovered:
Yes
Recovery Notes:
On 9/6/2011 victim reported he recovered this bike at a suburban flea market after being alerted by a member of the bike community who spotted it and matched it to this listing. Police helped retrieve the bike but there were no consequences for the seller.