Recent Reports

Surly Disc Trucker

Location

2514 N. Sacramento Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, September 11, 2016 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
64cm Frame - Set up for 6'7" rider TALL
Color: 
Dark Forest Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2014 Surly Disc Trucker frame, mostly black components. Shimano clipless pedals, Shimano Deore XT groupset / bar-end shifters, Salsa Handlebars, Cane Creek levers / headset - brake levers have a little lizard pattern, Surly front rack was mounted at the time the bike was stolen. 2 spare spokes were loaded into a small spare holder on the left-side Seat Stays. Continental Gatorskin tires. I can identify other distinguishing equipment features that are not visible simply by looking at the bike!!!

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Stored there every day, was last seen at approx. 1pm 9/11/16 - noticed missing 5pm.
Incident Description: 
Sometime between 1-5pm on Sunday, Sept 11th my building's basement storage units were robbed. Lock and gated backyard, locked rear door to the building, down a half flight of stairs and through a door into our basement, there is a row of individual locked storage spaces. Lock to our storage space was cut and my Surly Disc trucker was stolen, our bicycles have been stored in this space without incident. No problems in 6 years here. The building has north and south basements which are not connected but share a backyard. Storage units from both halves were broken into, no signs of forced entry on either side. The bike is very large and set up for a tall rider as I am 6'7" tall, there won't be many like it in town - please contact me with any information and thanks.

KHS Flite 220

Location

3220 S Lituanica Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, September 9, 2016 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
black, red, white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in good shape. It still had the sticker from the bike store I bought it from on the frame: Ravine Street Bikes in Fulton, MO. I had put a white light on the handlebars and a red light on back under the seat. I also put some orange duct tape here and there on the frame.

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 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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
a few days

Aluminum Trek DS 7.3

Location

E Illinois
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, September 11, 2016 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU315C1621J
Size: 
19"
Color: 
Black/blue stripe
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It's got a disk brake

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?: 
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?: 
30 min

Public V7 2015

Location

Barry ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, September 9, 2016 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Medium-Large
Color: 
Steel Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Only has rear fender attached. Left handle was chewed by a kitten and the seat has a few claw marks in it.

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Past 3 weeks I ride it every day and park it in the same location
Incident Description: 
Person broke into a locked fenced in area. Cut the lock and took the bike between 7:30pm-10:30am.

Cannondale Quick 6

Location

K2 Apartments
365 N Halsted
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 10, 2016 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C31476F6003
Size: 
Tall
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a pitbull safety lock cage. Was new and in very good condition.

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 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?: 
A few weeks
Incident Description: 
Bike and lock all went missing, so not sure how lock was defeated.

Huffy Sun Country 3 speed Model #3021728

Location

Logan Square
North Drake Avenue, near Fullerton
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 8, 2016 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
HC2541218
Size: 
unsure
Color: 
Brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition, barely used. Original seat, handles, reflectors, fenders and labels on frame. Men's frame. 3 speed. 1977 model.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Unlocked in apartment building bike and storage room; there for a few weeks only.
Incident Description: 
Last seen in storage area the morning of Sunday, September 4, 2016. Saw that it was missing around 10pm evening of Thursday, September 8, 2016.

6KU:10027811

Location

Prosser career academy
2148 N long ave,
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, September 9, 2016 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
49
Color: 
Orange rim with grey body
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It's new I've been using it for almost 3 months. It only has one brake, it has an orange cussion on the saddle and a pink night light on the back. It's by the company 6KU.

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?: 
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?: 
7 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike is stolen in fron of Prosser Career Academy located at 2148 N Long Ave, Chicago Illinois 60639

Specialized Secteur Sport Compact

Location

2021 N. Kedzie Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 8, 2016 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56MM
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has mount magnetic mount for phone on head stock, clipless petals, Polar insulated water bottle with an American Flag design. There is also a pitbull ulock mounted under the seat.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
Condo building at Kedzie and Armitage was broken into and bike was stolen out of the bike area which is under the stairwell.

Trek 3500

Location

Target on Wilson & Broadway
4466 N Broadway
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 8, 2016 - 9:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26" tire
Color: 
Blue and silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, hybrid slick tires. Straight handlebars, slanted drop bar, small sticker on frame says Wyndham Apartments.

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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than an hour
Incident Description: 
Forgot to lock bike to boyfriend's on the bike rack at Target on Broadway. It was gone when I came back out.

Huffy

Location

Hazel Wilson Clinic
845 W. Wilson
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 8, 2016 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
large bike, breaks in the pedals
Color: 
brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
fine condition

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?: 
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?: 
one hour
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to an iron fence in front of the Hearland Clinic at the intersection of Hazel and Wilson in Uptown. When I exited the clinic the bike was gone. I asked people sitting outside if anyone might have seen it, and then I walked home.

felt verza speed 40

Location

212 n sangamon st
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 8, 2016 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
s6dt00846
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
matte moss
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
brand new. white rim on tires.

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 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?: 
4 hours?
Incident Description: 
when I came back from work, my bike was gone but my lock was still intact. the tires were flat, so maybe the thieves might replace them.

2014 Electra Gypsy 3i

Location

Bucktown
Milwaukee & Damen
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 6, 2016 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
ELW4B01586
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Green with Flowers
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand New Condition, shelf mount on back and wicker basket with red and ivory lining.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
Bike was most likely lifted up with locked tire and placed in a van.

Trek Top Fuel 9.8 SL

Location

Home
933 W George
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, September 5, 2016 - 1:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU307CT0031K
Size: 
18.5
Color: 
Powder Blue with Red Lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New Bike - full suspension, 11 speed, fitted with street tires as most riding in City. Had Cannondale seat bag and water bottle holder mounted. Very unique bike as it is a new model and higher price point.

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?: 
Stored in garage during the riding season. Rode Sunday AM, missing Monday PM (Sep 5)
Incident Description: 
Rode bike Sunday (Sep 4) morning and stored in locked garage. Other unit owner noticed garage door open Monday (Sep 5) afternoon and bike missing. No forcible entry and no one used the open garage door on Monday. Thief may have defeated key code for entry.

Giant 890i limited edition

Location

Logan Square
west logan boulevard
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 7, 2016 - 10:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
19
Color: 
Pearl white with black drizzle paint
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
89 pearl white with black drizzle paint, straight handlebars with gray grips and lime yellow foam brake lever covers and a black bell. Light gray rack on the back with a black plastic fender mounted below. left crank was replaced so does not match the right crank which is original. Has a yellow peace sign sticker at the top of the frame behind the seat.

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?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked under security camera in Logan Square between 8am and noon.

K2 Diversion

Location

1924 North Honore Street
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 1, 2016 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Mens
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White bike with K2 logo in black, Bike frame about 2 to 3 years old with new tires and new pedals

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?: 
2 years

Giant Defy 5

Location

500 S Clinton St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 6, 2016 - 12:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
CCAV4912
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Had a red seat cover, and yellow/black water bottle holder.

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 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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
18 hours
Incident Description: 
Bicycle was stolen by cutting ulock with angle grinder. Security footage available. Black Chevrolet Tracker seen stealing it with missing clearcoat on roof.

Vilano Diverse 2.0

Location

500 S Clinton St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 6, 2016 - 12:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
S611031034
Size: 
700C 53cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition-like new.

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?: 
18 hours
Incident Description: 
Security camera footage available of incident. Bicycle lock was cut with angle grinder. Black Chevrolet Tracker seen in the footage with missing clearcoat on roof.

Specialized Sequoia

Location

My back yard
1336 W. Wrightwood #2
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, September 2, 2016 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
9075-4054
Size: 
Men's Medium Road Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bento Box on front, faded Itchy and Scratchy stickers on rear fender, left grip tearing, broken left foot clip, frame scratched from repeatedly being locked up

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 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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
By bike was stolen from underneath my back porch. It was locked to itself with a U-lock with two other bikes. It was the only bike stolen. My yard is fenced in and enclosed on all sides.

Giant Cadex 890i

Location

Logan Square Blue Line Station
2620 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, 60647
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 7, 2016 - 1:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
medium sized
Color: 
white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
upturned "bullhorn" handlebars, a broken bell, a metal rack and fender on the rear tire, white paint, black hard plastic pedals, red reflector light on the back, black seat. this is not a new bike (1990 model) and has had a lot of custom work put into it. the pedals and tires in the picture provided are different than the ones it was stolen with.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
I arrived at the Logan Square Blue Line station on my bike at 8:30 a.m. on Sep. 7th, 2016 and locked it directly underneath a camera outside the stop. I went to class until 1:45 pm and when I returned to the station, the bike and lock were missing and another bike was in it's place. I purposely locked it next to a group of people handing out religious fliers as they do every morning and in plain view of a police camera because I thought no way in hell someone had the guts to walk up with bolt cutters in broad daylight on a weekday morning and jack a bike that was recorded directly in front of them.

Inspired Trials

Location

Home
538 N Euclid Ave
Oak Park , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, September 2, 2016 - 5:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
Large
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Inspired Trials bike. Maxxis tires

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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
They entered through our gate and into our garage to steal the bike