Recent Reports

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Location

Lakeview
Irving park and Pine Grove
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 6, 2015 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
not sure
Color: 
bright blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
had a new schwinn bike seat, had one green ornament on the front spoke, and had white paint speckles on the frame

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
it was just gone, nothing left.

Giant Crossover

Location

Buena & Hazel
4200 N Hazel St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 6, 2015 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Dark gray with purple and white accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The rear wheel was left at the scene and the front tire is flat.

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 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?: 
Over night
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked in front of my apartment building and was stolen between the hours of 12:00am and 8:00am the morning of June 6th. The lock and rear wheel were left at the scene. The front wheel was flat.

Specialized Sirrus

Location

Buena & Hazel
4200 N Hazel St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 6, 2015 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC602169430G
Size: 
L
Color: 
Gunmetal Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
There is a bell with some rusting on it and a light clip with no light on it on the handle bars. One of the hand grips has an end cap missing on it.

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?: 
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?: 
Over night
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked up at the corner of Hazel and Buena in front of my building with several other bikes locked with similar locks. Both my girlfriend and my bikes were stolen between the hours of 12:00am and 8:00am the morning of June 6th. Both the bike and lock were taken.

2012 Fuji Track Classic

Location

Residence
3719 N. Damen #2
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 31, 2015 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very Very good condition. Almost new. Had black electrical tape over all decals except the seat logo. Just rode the bike and the lock was locked around the stem and frame. Drop handlebars, black chain, free wheel (single speed), promax front and rear brakes (stock everything)

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other U-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?: 
2 hours or so since last ride
Incident Description: 
I was home with my family, and my bike was sitting on the back porch (2nd floor) because I was going to go for another ride that day. I went out on the back porch to take the recycling out and it was gone. Middle of the day, top floor with a gate.

SE Draft Lite

Location

West Loop
10 S Canal
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 4, 2015 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
will add later
Size: 
55cm
Color: 
blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
fairly new looking. Will have a speedo/computer set-up, but the commputer itself I carried away. The headlamp is secured by a rubber band.

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Taken some time between 2:00 and 5:00 PM at intersection of Monroe and Canal.

Trek 7.3 FX

Location

Union Station
S. Riverside Plaza
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 4, 2015 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Adult
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a rack on the back tire with bungee cord netting. Wireless odometer (not working). Orange Kryptonite Evolution U-Lock probably still secured in its 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 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: 
In front of Union Station. Couldn't find my key for the good lock and had to use a cable lock. I think they just cut it. Going to file a police report tomorrow.

Giant Escape 3 50011124

Location

821 West Cornelia
Cornelia
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 2, 2015 - 4:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C34J0675
Color: 
metallic blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
good condition. locking wheel hubs, water bottle cage

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?: 
a few days
Incident Description: 
I got home and my bike was gone out of the gate area

Schwinn Continental

Location

west ridge/rogers park
2111 w lunt
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 3, 2015 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Vintage Schwinn Continental Bike with chrome mud protection, white seat with blue stains from bluejeans.

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?: 
3 days

Specialized, Sirrus Comp

Location

Jewel Osco, Gateway Center Plaza
Howard and Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 3, 2015 - 8:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
unknown, contacting owner to see if he has it.
Size: 
A man's bike, but not too big for a woman of 5'6''
Color: 
Dark Grey /black + red styling
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new condition. I borrowed it from a friend who I suspect did not ride it much. The wheels were a little sticky/squeaky from riding through the rain a few days prior. The front break especially. so. Grey water bottle in the bottle cage. I tried my best to keep it in the condition it was in when I got it, since it was not mine. I'm pretty desperate to find it, since I don't have the money to replace my friend's bike. It was missing the little electronic gps (?) device mounted to the handlebars, but the cradle which housed such a device was still there.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
About 20 minutes
Incident Description: 
It was locked to the bike rack outside of Jewel Osco in Gateway Center Plaza, Roger's Park. Comination lock was smashed and partially removed, the rest of the lock was left on the bike rack. The security cameras were facing the door and not the bike racks.

1980s Raleigh Reliant

Location

Union Sushi + BBQ
230 W Erie St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 3, 2015 - 9:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Tall (74 CM)
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good Condition, Yellow Handlebar Tape, Odometer on front wheel

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed 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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike up in front of Union Sushi + BBQ. Ate at the restaurant, walked down the street to a friends apartment. When I came back the bike was gone although the lock was still there, unharmed.

Free Spirit

Location

Roosevelt Square
1153 W. Washburne Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 3, 2015 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Small for a 5' 8" person to ride.
Color: 
Maroon/Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New Black Grip on handlebars. Rear Fender attached by orange zip ties.

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
Went into my apartment for 30 min. Came back out and it was gone. Locked to a fence post with a code-lock.

Specialize Globe Roll

Location

Logan Square
2642 N. Sacramento Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 27, 2015 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC60700649H
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Gently used, one year old. Has white seat and white handlebar tape. Includes simple back rack, color black.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was unlocked, inside enclosed porch, which was locked. It appears the back door was pried open with a screwdriver. Two bikes stolen, including the one contained in this listing. Bike is deep purple in color with silver accents, white seat, white handlebar tape. It has backrack to which is locked a U-Lock. The bike also had a front light on the handlebars and backlight on the seat stem.

Giant Cypress

Location

3517 N Wilton Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 2, 2015 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Blue and silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
A little rust, especially evident when staring down straight silver handlebars. Twin black wire frame baskets on the sides. Up facing curved handles. Left grip is loose and spins. Security pegs on the seat and wheels. Black fenders, U-lock holder on the inner frame, holder for Cateye brand light on left handlebar.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Older U-Lock w/ Round 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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
~20 hours before I noticed, but locked there daily
Incident Description: 
Parked bike after grocery run on Monday afternoon. Went out to get bike this afternoon, realized it was missing.

Forest Green Raleigh M-30

Location

Home
1712 North Western Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 2, 2015 - 3:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
26''
Color: 
Forest Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Some wear and tear. Blue water bottle holder. Distinctive scuffs especially near the fork with rust built up. Bike seat is not original -- it's black with blue stitching. Fork is slightly bent as well -- it's not visible to the naked eye but when not holding the handlebars the bike will always swerve to the right. Black rack for panniers installed in back. Breaks are slightly bent in front -- the front right break doesn't connect with the tire rim. Bike lock holder is attached to frame, along with the U-lock.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to itself in my backyard. Someone entered my backyard, presumably through the gate, walked back and took the bike.

Trek Mendota

Location

1424 W Byron St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 1, 2015 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU353C2360F
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition never stored outdoors. Bike has front LED, rear rack, front and rear fenders, pedals with one side for clip-ins and one side for regular shoes; all black. Biek also has disc brakes

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 year
Incident Description: 
Thief gained entrance through front door and stole bike from stairwell

Leader 725 Frame, 2013

Location

Victory Gardens Theater
2433 N Lincoln
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 1, 2015 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
54 cm
Color: 
Silver (Can look purple)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, only a year old with new crank set. Riser Bars with white Surly grips. White Rim on back tire. Only front brake. Black seat. Worn cages on pedals. Has numbers 725 on Frame. Large paint chip on main cross bar, revealing white undercoat.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
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?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked outside Victory Gardens Theater in Lincoln Park - cabled around a tree with Cable going through Front Tire and ULock connecting back tire, cable, and frame. No evidence remained at scene.

Jamis Ventura Sport Femme 2009

Location

Private Residence
7328 N Bell
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 31, 2015 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U92K59195
Size: 
51cm
Color: 
silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
red details, red, white, black seat

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Padlock
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?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
Garage door may not have latched shut and then wind may have blown it partly open. Bike was hanging on back wall on rack. Heavy covered cable was wrapped around the frame and both wheels. Cable loop ends were secured with a Brinks keyed padlock secured to a covered hasp mounted to garage frame. The cable was cut using garden found tool in the garage. Approximate time of theft 9:30 to midnight on Sunday 5/31

cannondale m600

Location

353 N Desplaines St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 1, 2015 - 8:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
great condition

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?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
Lock was u-locked {older U-lock with round key} to the rack and had longer wrap lock around body. Front wheel and ulock are still attached to rack.

Earl, "it's just earl" model

Location

Marathon Gas station on Sacramento and diversey avenue
Diversey avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 31, 2015 - 1:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
BMX Bike
Size: 
42"in built for a small person
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, had a little wear and tear, one of the pedals is slightly curved due to a car hitting me. Lock was still attached to my bike before it was stolen so unless try have a bolt cutter, chances are the lock is still attached to the frame of the bike.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key 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, hidden I between a minivan and fence for maybe two minutes.
Incident Description: 
Just got off work and went to the gas station on Sacramento and diversey, looked around for a place to lock my bike but there was nothing to lock it to so I hid my bike I between a tan minivan and the fence, went inside for maybe two minutes total and when I came out my bike was gone. I asked the clerk if they had cameras and he said no.

Schwinn Criss Cross

Location

Home
1030 W. George St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 30, 2015 - 12:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Man's Adult Bike for a person about 5'7" tall
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Deerfield (IL) yellow license sticker on the main pipe under the seat, Bell brand bike bell on the main handlebars, black foam around the u-shaped handlebars, 21 gears, gel seat cover, attached water bottle cage with portable air pump, purchased at the Wilmette Bicycle Shop (sticker on the rear of the bike near kickstand), rust spots, bike lights attached to front and back,

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1-2 days
Incident Description: 
Time of incident is unknown