Recent Reports

Canyon exceed CF

Location

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

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 2:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
M07601AC20K0099
Size: 
Xs
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Basically brand new and both mine and my wife’s were stolen together

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?: 
Less than 24hrs
Incident Description: 
Broke into garage and stole two canyon Exceeds. I do not remember if the bikes were locked together because the lock is missing as well

Trek Verve 1

Location

555 W Webster Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU329XC2393S
Size: 
Small
Color: 
White with gold lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White body with black accents. "Trek" written in gold. Holder for bike lock underneath the seat on the frame. Gears on both sides. New/1 year old 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?: 
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked through the front tire. Front tire was removed somehow and the bike frame was slid out from under the lock. The front wheel was left at the scene. The lock was left at the scene in tact and still secured to the bike rack.

Canyon Exceed CF

Location

Garage
N Hoyne ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 3:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
M07601AC20K0013
Size: 
M
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new, has a scuff on the top rail. Does not have any MTB tires but instead Panracer Gravelking

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?: 
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?: 
Less than 24hrs
Incident Description: 
Two canyons were stolen out of garage in Lincoln square

Road master 24”

Location

Montrose cta subway station
Montrose abe
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
24”
Color: 
Grey and green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good. The right padel not working well.

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 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?: 
From 5pm to 9 pm
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike at montrose cta subway station between 5pm to 9:30 pm. When i came back i didn’t find it. The lock was broken and left there.

Schwin Traveler III

Location

Bloomington trail at California
California
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 30, 2023 - 4:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
Women's small
Color: 
Red Schwinn Traveler
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a new black rack on the back to attach a children's bicycle. It has a connector for a u lock on the post for the saddle. The rear wheel is a quick disconnect but the front is not. The tires are both pretty new

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
N/A
Incident Description: 
I was biking home on the 606 and came upon a recent cycling collision and stopped to help. It involved 1 young man traveling west and one young man in a group traveling east. I called 911 and directed first responders to where the young man was hurt and during this time the other young man took my bike and left with his friends traveling east on the 606 trail.

Schwinn Trailway

Location

4507 N. Beacon St.
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 30, 2023 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
17" frame
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Gray Schwinn Trailway hybrid bike with water bottle holder, black bag, and two headlights.

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 street sign.

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?: 
An hour
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked with a cable lock to a street pole. When I returned it was gone with the cable lock cut on the ground.

Kona Dew Black

Location

Wolfram/Halsted
Wolfram
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black w/blue Kona decals
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Perfect

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?: 
One day
Incident Description: 
ChiCrimo - some punk walked in gate, and somehow got thru garage door and stole bike out of locked garage.

Trek FX 1 Disc

Location

2044 W Webster Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 28, 2023 - 3:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU011XC462OT
Size: 
XXL
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Nearly new condition, has bike rack on rear.

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 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: 
According to neighbor’s doorbell cameras, my bike was taken between 3:10 and 4 am. The thieves defeated this lock: CYCLESPEED Bike Foldable Lock, 4-Digit Anti Theft Combination Bicycle Lock, Security Level 6 Heavy Duty Folding Bike Lock, 2.8 FT Strong Bicycle Locks, Bicycle Security Chain Lock with Bracket https://a.co/d/eaHoe4z

Kona Rove St

Location

165 W Superior st
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Thursday, May 25, 2023 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Dark green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It’s in almost brand new condition.

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?: 
2 hours

Specialized Sirrus X 3.0 / Flake / Ice Yellow / Satin Reflective / Small

Location

Starbucks at Halsted and Webster
Approximately 2200 N Halsted
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 28, 2023 - 4:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC011113189S
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Near new condition. No kickstand.

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?: 
It was in this location for a few minutes.
Incident Description: 
Ran into Starbucks for a brief time and came out and found the bike missing.

Men's Cannondale Quick

Location

Residence - Garage
2124 West Evergreen Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, May 26, 2023 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Large (for 6 foot man)
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Rear tire mud guard Collapsible bike lock on vertical bar of inside frame Water bottle cage on diagonal portion of frame Combination lock Chain on top bar Northeastern University Police Department ID / Serial Number Sticker on bottom of 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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
N/A was in our unit's garage - neighbor left the door open.
Incident Description: 
Neighbor left garage door open. Two bicyles (one ours) stolen from garage.

Vanmoof S3

Location

Home
2502 N Francisco Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 24, 2023 - 6:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
ASY3161517
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Electric black bike. I have the bike connected to my phone for easy distinguishing feature.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
One to two days
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken from my garage along with the charger. Could have been anytime from 6:15AM-4:30 PM

Trek Emonda sl5 Disk Road Bike 2020 Matt Black/Gloss Red

Location

6445 North Shore Cove
Richland , MI
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 24, 2023 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
142x12mm thru axle. Fork - Émonda SL full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, internal brake routing, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle
Color: 
Matt Black/Gloss Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike had clip pedals, and arrow bars. The bike tape on one of

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?: 
Approximately 7 hours - during the work day.
Incident Description: 
I arrived to my office building (Civic Opera Center) at approximately 8:00 am. After being informed by the receptionist that most people locked their bikes up out front of the building, and that they did not have any problems with bikes being stolen, I took my bike outside and locked it against one of the bike racks. I used a cable lock, and strung it through the frame and front wheel before locking to the bike rack. At approximately 4:20, I exited the building and realized that my bike was no longer locked to the bike rack. No lock was left.

Raleigh Redux 1

Location

Chase Bank
739 W. Madison
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Matte black with black basket on back of bike.

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 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: 
Bike was locked outside of Chase on the southeast corner of Madison and Halsted to a wrought iron fence and was stolen around 7:55pm.

[Recovered?] Aventon Solterra

Location

Alley behind garage
4859 Ashland Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue bike, single speed, eBike

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
Days
Incident Description: 
(left blank by victim) Admin note- On June 7 2023 we received a message from someone stating "the bike is recovered" and that they're awaiting a response from the victim. Awaiting further details.

Unkown

Location

Lincoln Park Highschool.
N Burlington
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
Medium ~51cm
Color: 
Grey frame/black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
red stickers (Bodega, saint alfred) Vans handle grip, schwinn seat compartment, "fit to your body" seat, frames have some tan, and black front flat rack. Also a JETTER LITE bar pad.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
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?: 
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?: 
A few hours
Incident Description: 
Left outside school by corner of dickens and N burlington st. Forgot key, so was unable to properly lock bike

Kona Paddy Wagon

Location

2105 N Tripp Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
F912C8281
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Sea green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Yellow rims, chrome brake levers, stickers on top tube, rear rack, some worn/scraped paint on frame, sea green bar tape, Speed She 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?: 
Daily
Incident Description: 
Returned home to find bike missing

Specialized Crossroads

Location

McKinley Park
3743 South Hermitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 2:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
16.5"
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Rehab'd bike from workingbikes. Not sure of the components and don't have a picture! This is one of three bikes stolen and posted here.

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?: 
Nightly
Incident Description: 
Three bikes stolen from garage overnight. Separately filed reports for the other two.

Salsa fat bike custom build

Location

McKinley Park
3743 South Hermitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 2:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
N/A
Size: 
56cm (?)
Color: 
Dark Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fat tire mountain bike in good condition with WTB seat, 45NRTH Husker Du tires 4", SRAM level brakes, SRAM GX eagle drivetrain. Cheap plastic red bottle cage is one other distinguishing feature.

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?: 
Nightly
Incident Description: 
Garage break in; multiple bikes stolen including this one.

Trek Factory Racing Emonda 650

Location

McKinley Park
3743 S Hermitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 2:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Did not record this; am looking in my files
Size: 
58cm (?)
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition. White seat with a small crack on left side. Bontrager rims. Shimano 150 components. Stolen with a frame bag attached, Garmin 850, and a bike lamp

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?: 
Stored nightly
Incident Description: 
Garage broken into and several bikes, other pricey items stolen