Recent Reports

Raleigh 410

Location

University of Chicago Campus
East 57th street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 29, 2016 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
~56 cm frame: large
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Slightly rusty but in good shape, had an Oklahoma city bike registry sticker on the upright tube. light grey color with riser/cruiser handlebars. Bough from Blackstone Bicycle works

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?: 
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?: 
1.5 days
Incident Description: 
I locked up the bike outside at about 11:30 on friday night and it was gone on sunday.

6ku Milan 2 Single-Speed Gear Bike

Location

468 N. Artesian
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 28, 2016 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
10026290
Size: 
58 CM
Color: 
Mint Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Some scuffs along the top bar, worn down front brakes, clip on handlebar and seat post for removable lights, broken air valve cover on 1 tire (back I think)

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 night (7-8 hours)
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked under my exterior stairs in a locked backyard area. My neighbors who share access to this yard are very diligent about keeping the gate locked and keeping an eye on the area. Whoever took it would've had to quickly jump the fence (7 ft metal) , throw the bike over, then jump back over themselves. My wife and I were out helping friends move most of the day (Saturday) and I did not check on the bike when returning home to go to bed. So, realistically the culprits could've taken it anytime between 3pm Saturday and 6am Sunday

Giant Roam 3

Location

Shake shack
12 S Michigan Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 28, 2016 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Red Matte finish
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition. Black rims. Handle bar riser.

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?: 
1hr

Fuji Touring 2016

Location

Dark Matter Coffee
738 N Western Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 28, 2016 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
SWBD062L0755L
Size: 
XS
Color: 
OLIVE GREEN/BROWN GRIP TAPE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost brand new. Attached Portland Design Works Sodapop Fenders. Touring bike with back rack and thicker tires.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Not locked. Gate was locked when arrived.
Incident Description: 
Bike was tucked away in a gated driveway area of my employer Dark Matter Coffee. Gate must have been unlocked by coworker and left so. Bike was only unattended for a maximum of 1 hour.

Mercier kilo tt

Location

3547 S. King Dr.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, May 27, 2016 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
U90302749
Size: 
52 cm
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue and purple tie dye duct tape covering entire frame. Frame is purple underneath. Front brake. Green rim front wheel. Pink bike seat. Flip-flop wheel fixed/freewheel. Note that the bike pictured shows blue Deep-V rims. Wheel set has been since changed to description above.

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?: 
1 day

Motobecane Jury

Location

3516 W Belden Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 28, 2016 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Chrome
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Unbranded (motobecane) chrome frame. Salsa Vaya fork. Velocity front wheel. Fixed gear rear wheel. Shimano hubs. Bar tape is inner tube. Brooks cambium 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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
0 days

fyxation pixel

Location

3309 N. NewEngland
3309 N. NewEngland Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 26, 2016 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
55 cm
Color: 
dark grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
used, roughed up frame. brand new chain and new Continental Ultra Sport tires. wheel set originally orange but are now painted white. rear brake. platform pedals with hold fast straps.

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, in yard for 5 hours
Incident Description: 
someone jumped the fence and took it, gate was still latched, I found a foot print in the mud by my fence of a smaller sized skate shoe around size 7 so possibly someone younger.

SCOTT Cylcocross Bike

Location

200 N. Dearborn Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, May 27, 2016 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Black and Silver Frame/Yellow taped drop handlebars
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Shimano 105 front shifters, Shimano Dura Ace rear derailer.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
7 Months

Fuji Feather

Location

The Bar Method
1271 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, May 27, 2016 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
bd353l0589k
Size: 
52cm
Color: 
mint
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Ridden every day for a year... So it looks like it's been ridden every day for a year, week old teal green handlebar tape on drop bars. Week old tires, cannot for the life of me remember the brand.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed 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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
I was in class at the Bar Method on Milwaukee and Paulina. The bike was locked to the frame only because I was in a rush and have the special locks on my tires that are supposed to prevent someone from steeling the wheels. During class, one of the students said that there was a suspicious man lingering outside of the window, exactly where my bike was locked. I assume this is the same man who stole my bike. The lock was left intact, which is very confusing.

Schwinn Legacy

Location

1033 N Mozart St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 25, 2016 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
Yellow with white accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition. Remains of a basket still attached to the handlebars. Chain sometimes falls off while riding.

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?: 
A week or so
Incident Description: 
My bike was underneath the stairs of my apartment building in the back, surrounded by fencing that you can't see through. *Stock photo, as I don't have an actual one

Bianchi Torino (23'')

Location

Bike storage room
3312 W Schubert
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 24, 2016 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WBK731873LLX6420938L
Size: 
23 ''
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Large red bike

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A few days
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from the bike/laundry room of my building, which requires a key to enter.

Schwinn - royal blue bike

Location

Marianos West Loop
Madison and Halsted
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 26, 2016 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
medium
Color: 
blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
had a nice bag on the back

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?: 
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?: 
20 minutes
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike on Madison next to the Marianos on Halsted and Madison and when I came out from shopping the bike lock had been cut and my bike was gone.

2013 Giant Rapid 2

Location

House
1952 N Bissell St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 24, 2016 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Large Men's
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Well maintained with a large bell on the front, a bike rack, and pitlocks on the axles of the wheels.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Regularly Parked there. Front of house.
Incident Description: 
The Lock was not defeated, the fence was. someone took an electric sawsall and cut straight through the fence. The incident happened at some point during the day.

Vilano Shadow Road Bike

Location

Logan Square Southwest
Cortland and St. Louis
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 25, 2016 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Large 58cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Looks brand new, I had a few accessories which might be gone now, some are easier to remove than others. Planet Bike Men's A.R.S. Anatomic Relief Bicycle Saddle, SKS Rear mud guard fender, Ibera carbon fiber water bottle cage, BioLogic mount for an iphone, and knog beetle led light on front. I liked riding my bike and really made it my own as I'm sure most everyone does :( The picture is from when I first got the bike so it doesn't have those accessories.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
I left my bike on our balcony, we are the second floor unit and our entrance is gated, you need to be buzzed in or hop the fence to get in. Once the thief gained access they climbed up our balcony where my bike was, unlocked on the balcony. I didn't think crime had gotten so bad that people are climbing up second story balconies for a $300 bike but ok, looks like I was wrong. So please help me get my bike back, I really liked that thing and it just started getting nice out! Located in Logan Square, I've lived here 8 years and I know bikes get stolen all the time...but damn. A few details: The incident occured between 3pm and 7pm today May 25, 2016. Our building has security cameras so my landlord is going to review the footage and get back to me. Once I see what that looks like and file a police report I'll update here.

Specialized Vita

Location

Kaiser Tiger
1415 W. Randolph St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 8:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Around 54cm
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Lightly sketched grey butterflies on frame, light blue accents, women's hybrid, sticky grey and blue grips, white light on handlebars, place to put a lock on the frame

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?: 
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?: 
2.75 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to a street sign near the east end of the block by the Kaiser Tiger in the West Loop. The combination lock was cut, where the combination is located not where the cable is located. When I came back, the lock was ripped, left on the ground, and the bike was gone.

trek 1.2

Location

Kellogg School of Management
2001 Sheridan Rd
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
wtu178c0c22c
Size: 
52cm
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new. Fork bontrager approved, carbon. wheels alloy hubs/ bontrager approved alloy rims. tires bontrager race aw, 700x23c. year 2008.

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 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?: 
6 hours

22.5" GMC Denali 700c Men's Road Bike, Black/Orange

Location

Business District
Monroe
Homewood , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 25, 2016 - 11:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
22.5" frame
Color: 
Orange and Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in brand new condition. There is a sticker on the side that says 'Gibson.' There was a manufacturer warning sticker on the top of the frame below the handlebars was removed 05/24. This small rectangular area looks brighter than the rest of the bike.

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?: 
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?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike up with a cable + pad lock at 7 AM CST on 05/25. This was on one of the busier streets of the Financial district. Around 11:45 AM CST I came back up and the bike was gone along with the lock. God damn what a day to forget my u lock.

Trek 8.3 DS

Location

Lincoln park zoo
Lake shore drive
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 24, 2016 - 12:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SWTU339C2035J
Size: 
17.5"
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
As new, blue details and drinks holder. Right handed front brake lever.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed at the scene.
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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike left locked with two others (older, cheaper - no stolen) in bike rack at entrance to Lincoln Park Zoo. Bike was not there on return. There two other locked bikes (owners can confirm) not stolen.

Gary Fisher Zebrano

Location

3125 W Fullerton Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 21, 2016 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike has Ergon grips and bar ends, and a black rack on the back (which had a Banjo Bros grocery bag attached). It also had a rigid steel fork instead of the front suspension typically put on the bike.

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 unlocked, under a storage cage in front of our parking spot in the building garage, which is locked to the public. Bike was stolen overnight, someone wearing a black hoody and baggy jeans was seen leaving the garage back door with it on closed circuit recording.

Trek ION Super (Gary Fisher Collection)

Location

225 W. Wacker
225 W. Wacker
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 24, 2016 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU185G1004F
Size: 
56
Color: 
Gray and black with lime green detail
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike seat pack under saddle. Small diamond sticker on back with numbers on it (building tag for bike room). I believe it still has a sticker from my Ironman triathlon two years ago on it, my number was 586.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than 8 hours
Incident Description: 
Rode to work and locked bike up at 7:30am. At 5:15pm came down and all that was left was the complete, unharmed front tire still locked to the bike rack. Bike was locked among numerous other bikes in the garage of commercial building where I work (225 W Wacker). Another guy on the second bike rack had his front tire stolen same day, as well.