Recent Reports

Workcycles Secret Service

Location

Home
1511 W Glenlake
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 5, 2023 - 4:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
AZ2109201
Size: 
55cm
Color: 
matte black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition: Brooks Saddle. Broken cafe lock, Green Clarjis panniers,

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?: 
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
Someone broke into my garage and took it. It had the wheel brake on but was otherwise not locked.

Diamondback Haanjo 4

Location

Neiu
5500 Bryn Mawr Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 - 3:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
AMV21B02164
Size: 
50cm
Color: 
Bluish grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new. Rock bros saddle bag. On the route brand bottle cage.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6.25 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to bike rack in entryway to Lech Walsa Hall on the campus of Northeastern Illinois University.

6ku fixed gear

Location

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

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 21, 2024 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
N/A
Size: 
49
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very unique/colorful build. Chrome fixed gear frame with red wheels, green front fork and orange handlebars. Good condition but has some dings and scratches.

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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
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?: 
Months
Incident Description: 
Noticed it sunday morning but was told it was gone the night before. Someone gained acces to my building and stole both my bike and my roommates by cutting the locks

Zizzo Campo

Location

Bucktown/Wicker Park
2315 W Wabansia Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Folding / Compact Bike
Serial No.: 
FGM221J113526
Size: 
20" tires
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black bell on right side of handlebars, rear rack with dark green REI cargo bag

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 weeks
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from locked residential garage (3 cars).

Co-op Cycle ADV 2.2 road/gravel bike

Location

From our home on 5000 block of Avers; in the alley between Carmen & Argyle
N Avers Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 21, 2024 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
U17XU01485
Color: 
Grey-Brown’ish
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Mint condition; big “co-op” letters written on the frame, oversized fender & a bike rack for pannier on back wheel

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Whenever not in use
Incident Description: 
Someone broke into our property from our back gate (in the alley) & stole 2 Co-op Cycle bikes from our locked garage.

Co-op Cycle bikes ADV 2.3 road/gravel bike

Location

My house on Avers; in the alley between Carmen & Argyle
Avers Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 21, 2024 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C1ED6281
Color: 
Olive green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Mint condition, big “co-op” letters written on the frame, gold bell on left handle bar, fender over back wheel, mountain bike-style pedals

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Whenever not in use
Incident Description: 
Woke up on 9/21 to our back alley gate wide open. Opened our side-entrance small garage door to find 2 bikes were stolen from our locked garage in Albany Park (near W Carmen Ave & N Avers Ave). They took nothing else (including our helmets & an older steel frame bike hanging right next to the 2 Co-op bikes). It seems deliberate & like they knew what they were looking for.

Trek Domane AL 4

Location

777 north Michigan ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 20, 2024 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU107XC0972V
Size: 
58 cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Trek Domane AL 4, brand new only 2 weeks old

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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked bike in rack in front of building. Went to doctor appointment. When I returned the lock had been cut with a saw or angle grinder and the bike was gone.

Co-op Cycles Generation 1.2 Electric Bike

Location

Albany Park home garage
Sawyer Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, September 23, 2024 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
G22037969
Size: 
Reach 38 cm, Standover Height 57.4 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition, no battery attached. We have the battery in the house for charging. Front basket with Apple AirTag. Burley infant bike seat attached to rear rack. Burley infant seat has a blue silicone teether toy attached to 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 wooden pole, railing, or fence.

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 days
Incident Description: 
My husband went out to the garage at 6:00PM and called to ask me where the bike was. It was not in the garage. We have an Apple AirTag attached which said it was in our garage at 2:00PM. The lock is also missing.

Sun North Bay Step Over

Location

4443 N Greenview Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, September 23, 2024 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SNX072110770
Color: 
Black
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 a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 weeks+
Incident Description: 
It was locked to the pipe in my apartment complex storage area. The lock was a foldable bike lock and was smashed opened.

Jamis Bosa Nova / Bossa Nova

Location

Garage
2721 Park Place
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
L - 58 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black reflective tape over all logos. Chicago flag sticker on top tube. SKS metal fenders. Selle SMP seat. No reflectors in spokes; reflective tape on each rim. Steel crowned fork. Black rear rack. Black bash guard. 28c Gator Hard Shell 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?: 
Not locked
Incident Description: 
Bike was in my unlocked garage. Thieves stole mine plus 3 others from neighboring garages.

RadCity 5 Plus Step-Thru

Location

Lincoln Square / Ravenswood
2742 West Giddings Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 20, 2024 - 12:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a front basket and bright orange children's seat on the back with stickers (Bike Gride Now)

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 hour
Incident Description: 
Bike was brought into locked and high fence backyard at 12:30, gone when I came back outside at 2pm. Back gate was open so must have been taken out through the alley way. Potentially spotted by a neighbor blocks away two 20 somethings - male riding bike, woman in the kids seat.

Rad Power Mini foldeable with Basket WHITE

Location

1651 N Artesian Ave
Artesian Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 20, 2024 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Color: 
WHITE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Thick tires, great condition! basket has rain damange

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hrs
Incident Description: 
Bike was behind a locked fence-- someone jumped the condo fence in order to get the bike

Felt Verza Speed 50

Location

528 W. Addison St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 13, 2024 - 4:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
54-56 in
Color: 
Purple with blue stripes
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Felt verza 50 purple with blue stripes, good condition medium to large size stolen from alley in Lakeview East

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?: 
Bike was not locked, I was about to leave on it
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen from alley in lakeview east near addison and lake shore. Suspect was a white Male about 5'8 to 6 feet tall wearing a white shirt. Bike was taken right in front of my open back door.

Specialized Tarmac

Location

904 Webster
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 19, 2024 - 4:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition with saddle bag and

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?: 
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Stored here
Incident Description: 
Two Thieves cut bike lock from garage and stole this one bike

Trek FX1 Disc

Location

Parking lot next to building
768 W Jackson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black with scratches

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked up my bike last night around 7:00 and then when I returned this morning it was gone.

Giant Escape 3 Hybrid size small

Location

Clyborn Metra Stop
1641 W Armitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, September 9, 2024 - 2:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
mostly black with some blue stripes and gray lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It's all black but has two blue stripes going longways in the middle of the frame. The lettering is gray, and the seat is a short distance seat that's black with some blue striping.

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?: 
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?: 
10 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked the bike at the Clyborn Metra stop and got on the 7:40am train toward Kenosha. I didn't get back until maybe 6/7pm, and when I returned, it was gone. I locked the bike with an ABUS U lock and locked the frame to the bike rack. When I returned, there was not sign of the bike or the lock, and no shavings on the ground that I could see.

AVENTON ABOUND

Location

335 N Michigan Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 11:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
202306
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Large cargo e-bike. Has child's seat attached to the back and handrails.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left 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?: 
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?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike outside of 335 N Michigan Ave at 1050AM. I went in for an appointment. I came outside just before 12PM, and the bike was gone. The bike was locked to outside of the stairwell frame for the stairs that lead down to Lower Wacker.It was locked with a cable lock attached to a U-Lock. The cable lock was cut. My helmet and the lock were left behind.

Kona Dew Plus / Green 2021

Location

4452 North Greenview Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
AK91140116
Color: 
Green/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used. Disc brakes. Crane bell, black. Mounts for bike lights, front and rear. Rear axle hitch for Burley bike trailer. Seat post has mount for Salamander Kayak/Surf board trailer. Misc Chain 6,7,8 S-Ride Cassette 8sp 11-32T Shimano Alivio M430 9-Speed Rear Derailleur Pulley Set TANGE LN-3912 CARTRIDGE BEARING BB 68x110 BLK Cane Creek 40ZS44/28.6 / ZS44/30 Short Cover Headset Black Maxxis Overdrive Tire - 700 x 38, Clincher, Wire, Black, Single, K2

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?: 
12-18 hours
Incident Description: 
Garage was entered somehow.

Rivendell Roadeo

Location

4452 North Greenview Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
C16029
Size: 
59cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used Rivendell Roadeo frame (~2012). Custom wheels, front has disc-brake mount. Nitto handlebars with black tape. Paul brakes, black. Brooks C17 All Weather Saddle sram force group set panaracer gravel king tires paul center pull racer brakes Brooks C17 All Weather Saddle - Steel, Black, Men's Velocity Dyad Rim - 700, Disc, Black, 32H, Clincher Shimano Deore FH-6000 Rear Hub - QR x 135mm, Center-Lock, HG10, Black, 32H HB-T610-L DEORE FRONT Q/R HUB 32h BLK Nitto s83 26.8 seat post Gettin' Hungry Stem - Lettuce 90 Black Brooks Microfiber Padded Handlebar Tape - Black MOD176 ALLOY ROAD BAR 142mm DROP 26.0x420mm SIL

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?: 
1 week
Incident Description: 
Garage was broken in to. Back gate (to yard) appears to have been opened, and person entered garage through yard.

Specialized Diverge E5

Location

The Raven Too Apartment Building
4736 N Ravenswood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, September 14, 2024 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC025012281T
Size: 
54 inch
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand New White Specialized Diverge 54 inch Gravel bike with black bottle cage and silver lettering.

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?: 
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 hours
Incident Description: 
Went to lunch at Cultivate parked my bike with a U-Lock on a bike rack at 2:40 pm outside the Raven Too apartment building. Returned at 4:15pm to find the bike lock cut and the bike gone.