Recent Reports

Miyata (model unknown)

Location

Joel Hall Dancers & Center
5965 N. Clark Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 1, 2015 - 4:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
21"
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This bicycle is about 20 years old. There is rust around the seat shaft, and the brakes were replaced somewhat recently. It has mountain bike tires; the front tire was replaced somewhat recently, and looks slightly different than the back tire. It has a red rear light and front reflector; there is also a seat-mounted carrying shelf with pink bungie cords over the back tire.

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 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?: 
A little less than 2 hours
Incident Description: 
I rode my bicycle to Joel Hall Dance Center around 2:50pm, locked it to the bike rack out front, and went in to take a ballet class. When I came out to ride my bicycle home, I discovered that the bike, along with my lock, were no longer there.

Soma Groove

Location

3300 block (Alley)
S Aberdeen
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 1, 2015 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black with red/orange accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black frame with red lettering. One black rim one orange rim. Red-taped bullhorn handlebars. Old chrome Schwinn friction shifters on headset. Fenders and rear rack.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
three hours
Incident Description: 
Thief got into garage and took bike.

Schwinn

Location

Zoup!
177 W Washington st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 1, 2015 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Pink, White, and Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fair condition. White grips on handle bars, seat angled down.

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?: 
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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
I was going to work and I locked my bike up on a bicycle stand across the street from where I work. I was in the shop from 1:00 pm to 3:50 pm and when I came out my bike and chain were gone.

Trek ONE series

Location

McCormick Student Village - Illinois Institute of Technology
Dearborn
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 31, 2015 - 12:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU321C1676H
Size: 
60
Color: 
Black/Silver/Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
great condition. kryptonite bike lock holster on frame.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 days
Incident Description: 
At about this time I was walking back into my dorm complex and realized that my bike was not where I had placed it. This is solely when I realized the bike was stolen, yet the even could have taken place before then and I may not have noticed.

Raleigh

Location

1014 n Damen Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Monday, August 31, 2015 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Medium, I am a 5'10 male
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Refurbished, got it from a store in Boston that puts new parts on older frames. Guessing the frame is from the late 80's or 90's. Has paddle shifters, a new thin seat, Shimano shifters (I think they are called shifters?), upright handle bars, small piece of plastic on the handlebars I would strap my light to, colorful Raleigh crest, silver peddles.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
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?: 
~1 mo
Incident Description: 
Noticed it on the 31st, could have been taken during the week earlier. Wasn't taken more than a week before the 31st.

Pink Schwinn Urban Bike

Location

5020 S Cornell Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 31, 2015 - 3:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Color: 
Pink
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good, just few scratches

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
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?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Yesterday I left my bike unlocked by a rack. The lock was positioned in the top part of my bike, in the same way represented in my picture, but it was not blocking any wheel cause I needed to use my bike again quickly. If you see a pink Schwinn bike with a lock inserted in the top part, please contact me!

SURLY BIG DUMMY

Location

1933 N. DAMEN
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 30, 2015 - 5:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
54"
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Surly Long Tail "Big Dummy" With Xtra Cycle Bags on the back. This is a very distinguishable bike! There are not many of this original style in Chicago. Vintage Brooks saddle, i-phone case, and halogen light. Rear handle bars with orange grips for a child.

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen from underneath my stairs @ coach house on Damen and Armitage. Left unlocked for one night :(

KHS Flite 720

Location

Ukrainian Village
2032 w cortez
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 19, 2015 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58cm, taller bike
Color: 
Black frame, KHS in White letters, blue grip tape
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Really good condition. Black Frame, KHS label in White. Bright Blue grip tape. 2 Black Gator skin tires with orange 'gatorskin' text on tires. Black Selle Italia Seat. Bright Blue pedals. Picture of bike was the first day I bought it, I have since put the gator skin tires, blue pedals and black selle italia seat on it

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
Incident Description: 
Bike was sitting unlocked on back porch inside our house/apartment. a worker hired by landlord left the back door open and bike was stolen

Raleigh

Location

CVS
3944 Western Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 31, 2015 - 3:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
30
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Red grip tape and large memory foam 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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 min
Incident Description: 
Went into cvs, realized I didn't have wallet and came out. Bike was gone.

Trek fx 7.3

Location

Daley center
Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 31, 2015 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
Wtu015c7828h
Color: 
Black with green lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has the remains of a wireless speedometer on the front tire

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?: 
Since 8 am. Discovered gone at 6:30 pm
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to bike rack on the Clark street side of the Daley Center. Completely gone.

Raleigh Detour 2.5

Location

Presidential Towers
555 W. Madison
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 29, 2015 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
4149T10477
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new; barely ridden.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
45 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked at bike rack in front of Presidential Towers, 555 W. Madison. Went to nearby health club. Bike was found missing along with lcok about 45 minutes later. No traces found at scene and no known witnesses.

Specialized Sirrus

Location

Cuyler and Sheridan
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, August 30, 2015 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC602050960J
Size: 
M
Color: 
Electric blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It's bright blue so it stands out from a lot of other bikes. The quick release tires have been replaced by pinhead locks so the tires can't be removed without the keychain (or brute force).

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?: 
a week
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen from an enclosed area right from in front of my apartment door. This is the usual spot I've been leaving the bike and we've never had any incident before (others store their belongings outside their apartment too).

Diamondback Clarity

Location

606 Trail Wood Street Entry Way on Wood Street by St. Marys School
Wood Street and Bloomingdale
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 30, 2015 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black, red trim, white handles and seat
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Pretty much like new. No real visible wear and tear, very minor scratches in the frame that weren't very noticeable.

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 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?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked up on Wood Street right off of the 606 Trail entry way on Wood St.

2013 fuji altamira

Location

McDonald's Cycle Center
239 E Randolph St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 28, 2015 - 2:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
00785749956091
Size: 
54.5 cm
Color: 
Matte Black with Red and Silver Graphics
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
•Fresh white bartape •3T Stem and Seatpost •Carbon Handlebars •60mm-deep carbon Sram rims with decals removed •Selle Italia Max Flow saddle

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?: 
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?: 
12hrs
Incident Description: 
Thief stole bicycle from the McDonald's Cycle Center. He was caught on camera.

Trek 7100 Women's Bike

Location

58th & Ellis Ave
5812 S Ellis Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 30, 2015 - 12:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU012C0316D
Color: 
Blue & Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Half blue, half silver bike in really good shape.

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?: 
10 minutes
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike outside of the UChicago hospital, went inside for less than 10 minutes, and came back out to find it gone. A CPD officer sitting across the street on his bike probably watched it get stolen.

Cannon dale Quick $ SL1

Location

oak street beach
lakeshore drive
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 30, 2015 - 12:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
FM50819
Size: 
XL
Color: 
silver and red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
less than 1 year old, excellent condition

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 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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
90 minutes
Incident Description: 
was locked at Oak Street Beach where AVP volleyball tournament was going on.

KHS road bike

Location

First Free Church
5249 N Ashland
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 30, 2015 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Meduim
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Just had a tune up. New handlebar tape. New sprockets.

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?: 
2 hrs
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to bike rack outside First Free church. Stolen during the church service.

Missoni Mens Cruiser Zig Zag Bike

Location

My home
Corner of N. Jackson St \ W. Atlantic Ave.
Waukegan , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 26, 2015 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
SL05114644
Size: 
28
Color: 
Black and White Zig Zag Pattern
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This bike was customized. Had a Brooks black leather seat, and very expensive rims. One black rim and tire. One white rim and tire. It also had a tall whip checkerboard flag on the back. Also had a very unique large silver horn and checkerboard mirrors on the handlebars.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Bike has always been in our attached garage when not being ridden.
Incident Description: 
We have a 2 car garage. One garage door for each side. The side that contained our family's bikes was closed. The side where our car was parked was open. You cannot see into the garage unless you walk inside. The thief scratched up the side of our car removing the bike from the opposite side of the garage. There was a medical supply pack on the back of the bike. A couple of the contents were strewn about the driveway. I believe the bike was stolen from our garage and loaded into a van or uhaul type truck. With the tall checkerboard flag on the back it could not have been stuffed into a car or a covered pickup. It was a well known bike in the area. Someone was waiting for their opportunity and got it.

97/98 Schwinn Discover Hybrid Mens

Location

Home
6220 S Kimbark Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, August 28, 2015 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
Taller, I'm not entirely sure of exact size.
Color: 
Teal/grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White race entry sticker with number 2250 on top tube. Good condition, tires are old but rideable. U-lock carrier attached to down tube with U-lock in it. Picture is NOT my bike but is the same 97/98 Schwinn Discover Hybrid as mine, only mine was a teal/grey color.

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?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from out of our garage sometime after 5 pm on Friday. Our neighbors had movers come through the garage and they left the garage door partially open. We discovered the bike was missing on Saturday morning.

GIANT MODA

Location

Home
4449 N Malden St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 27, 2015 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
C1AF2679
Size: 
20"
Color: 
MATT BLUE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Boys 20" bike. Matt royal blue color. Curved top frame.

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?: 
Not locked but parked in garage.
Incident Description: 
Stolen out of garage when door was open for an hour. Bike not locked.