Recent Reports

Trek 8.2 DS 2012

Location

St. Michael
1633 North Cleveland
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTUO12CO662G
Size: 
21
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New. Just a month old.

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 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?: 
4.5 hours
Incident Description: 
Parked/locked-up bike at 2:30AM on 6/15/13 near church and parking lot on bike rack that was on the sidewalk.

GIANT

Location

Across from Trader Todd's
3221 n sheffield
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 14, 2013 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
medium
Color: 
blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
GIANT Mountain Bike in perfect condition was stolen on Sheffield and Belmont. Has a mount for a basket on the back and was locked up to a parking sign on June 14th, 2013

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 street sign.

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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked my bike up across the street from Trader Todd's and it was gone when I returned.

Soma Rush

Location

Landmark AMC Theater
2828 N. Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 14, 2013 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
49cm
Color: 
white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is good condition. Frame is white, with straight bars and pink Oury grips. Bubblegum pink Deep Vs with pink hubs. There is a front wire rack attached to the handlebars. The bike is especially distinguishable because it is very small.

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 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?: 
1.5 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was stolen from the front of the Landmark Century movie theater in Lincoln Park. My keys were missing from my bag, which I discovered when I exited the the theater. My bike was missing from the bike rack. I believe I may have been pickpocketed, and my keys were used to unlock my bike.

CUSTOM ELECTRIC BIKE WHITE WITH BROWN & BATTERY

Location

Yolk
744 N. Wells
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
Electric Bike Custom no Serial No.
Size: 
Medium/Large
Color: 
White with Brown features
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
CUSTOM BIKE, GOOD CONDITION SOME WEAR AND TEAR, FRONT MOTOR AND BACK BATTERY.

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?: 
1 hour

Trek 4300

Location

Glenview Metra Station
1116 Depot St
Glenview , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 14, 2013 - 5:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
19.5
Color: 
Yellow/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
A 2008 Yellow and Black Trek 4300 with a fanny pack. The bike was in great condition, it was purchased at Village Cycle Center and still has the sticker on it.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
I rode my bike to the Glenview, IL downtown train station. Locked the bike to the bike rack around 6:30 AM. When I returned that evening on the Metra, the bike was no longer on the rack. There were lots of other bikes, but mine was missing. Report was filed with Glenview police.

Specialized Vita X3 2013

Location

1133 N Dearborn St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
wsbc602411757g
Size: 
women's XS
Color: 
white/green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Three months old. Had a flat tire in the rear. A small pouch on the front handle bars. Bike lights in the front and rear. Kryptonite ulock on the base body of the bike.

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 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?: 
five days
Incident Description: 
I think that the bike may have been confiscated by Chicago streets and sanitation. If anyone has information regarding a city number I can call that would be great! {CSBR has suggested calling the city's 311 center}

IRO Jamie Roy

Location

UIC CUPPA/ADH Hall
412 S. Peoria
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 14, 2013 - 11:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
AH610087
Size: 
59 cm
Color: 
White with black logos
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition with some minor marks on the frame. Brand new Continental Four Seasons tires, Velocity wheelset.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
I usually bring my bike up to my office, but was planning on only being in for a few hours so I left it out front. Cable was through front wheel and then U-locked frame and rear wheel to bike rack. Cable was stolen along with white Bell helmet (BMX style)

Linus Dutchi 3-speed

Location

1030 N. Mozart St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 2, 2013 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
L2E0101320 (this is the frame number)
Size: 
Medium size
Color: 
Candy Apple Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
My bike is fairly new and just slightly used. When it was stolen, it had a silver head lamp attached to the front of it and a smaller light attached to the back as well. The seat and handlebars are brown leather and there is a flat black rack over the back tire for carrying things. It does have a small dent around the metal chain cover.

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?: 
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 wk
Incident Description: 
The bike was last seen at approximately 0600 on 6/02. Sometime after that and before 1430 on 6/05 it was stolen. Other bikes in the neighborhood were also reported stolen around this time.

Denali

Location

Residence
5140 S. Kenwood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
L050222521
Size: 
Medium adult size
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in generally good condition except that the Rt. brake lever is broken, the Right handlebar padding is gone and the left handle bar padding is partially off.

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 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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Since previous evening
Incident Description: 
I woke up in the morning and saw the chain cut and the bike gone.

Rivendell, A. Homer Hilsen

Location

home
3529 N Oleander Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
67cm
Color: 
Blue with cream accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition- very little bit of paint flaking at tip of front fork, only noticeable if you take off the tire. Brooks Brothers black leather seat. Wider than average handlebar with silver/gray tape and Shimano Dura Ace bar end shifters and Shimano Tiagra brakes separate. Brass bell on right side of handlebar, Bike computer in center of handlebar. leather travel bag under seat. travel pump under top tube. silver plastic fenders. 700c Synergy Wheels (quick release) with gray reflector tape cut out into ovals and attached around whole rim. Jack Brown blue tuff tires. Kickstand. Has a skewer in rear axle that allows attachment of BOB trailer.

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?: 
always there if not being ridden
Incident Description: 
Was working on construction for my house in back yard. Had garage door open to use the electrical outlet to plug in my saw. Thief probably waited until I walked inside to take a measurement, then snuck in the side door and popped the overhead door open to pull out the bike.

Schwinn

Location

35th and Archer Orange Line
Archer
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It had a new "old lady" seat and was kind of short. 16 speed, I think. I just purchased it from Working Bikes and am trying to get more information about the specifics.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
24 hours - big storm
Incident Description: 
I had to leave the bike on Wednesday night because of the storm. When I returned after work on Thursday it was gone. The lock must have been picked, it was still on the rack.

TREK (Women's series) Lexa SL C

Location

Private Garage
Hermitage; just north of Irving Park
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 8, 2013 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU 061 G9184G
Size: 
50 cm
Color: 
White with ink (dark blue) markings
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand-new (one month old); Mostly white, with white drop-down handle bars. Two white bottle holders; Odometer; SPD pedals

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?: 
Stored in private garage - theft broke into garage
Incident Description: 
Someone broke into our garage and stole my bike off the bike rack. Five other bikes were on the racks, but he specifically took this one, even those others were easily to obtain. Probably someone saw me ride my bike into my garage that afternoon.

Jamis Satellite Sport

Location

Residence
1600-1700 N. Rockwell
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
uo6u26136
Size: 
Large 56cm
Color: 
Grey/Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition, only a few years old, with yellow OnGuard lock attached to frame. Everything is stock.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
Bike was in locked stairwell that only 2 units have access to
Incident Description: 
Sometime between 9:30 PM on June 12th, 2013 and 7 AM on June 13th someone stole my Jamis Satellite Sport from our locked stairwell that has access to only a few units.

Women's Schwinn Hybrid

Location

Apartment
4881 N Paulina St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 8, 2013 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
This bike is tall, for a woman at least 5'7
Color: 
Light turquoise
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition. The tires were originally removable, but I had locks installed that require my very unique key to remove. The only way to get the tires off without my key would be to break 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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Not locked near stairs leading to back deck. Only there a few days.
Incident Description: 
Date and time are approximate. This bike was not locked, but within the confines of the locked apartment complex (side entry). It was tucked away near some stairs with 2 other unlocked bikes. The bikes are not visible from the alley, but can be seen by the apartment building directly North. Only a short chain link fence separates the 2 apartment complexes. Either someone from the neighboring building jumped the fence, a stranger climbed the tall back gate, or someone within my apartment complex stole it. They left my U Lock and black helmet on the ground.

pinarello fp3

Location

uptown
4726 n dover
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 9, 2013 - 7:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
55
Color: 
red and white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Road bike great condition

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?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
Left the bike in my garage around 3pm Sunday went to get it Monday morning it was gone no sign of forced entry.

Red Line - Completely covered frame in black gafer tape

Location

Fizz Bar
3220 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 7, 2013 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
48 or 50 cm
Color: 
Covered in Black Tape (the frame underneath is red)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Been riding the bike regularly for 5 + years. Tape is a little beat up and the right gear shifter cable cover is split open due to weathering.

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?: 
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 weeks
Incident Description: 
Left Bike outside Fizz Bar on a Monday night because of a huge storm and came back a 2 weeks later to pick up and it was gone. I've left the bike locked outside multiple times over the course of 5 years and always u-lock frame with the front wheel and have never had a problem.

Schwinn Sprint

Location

In the neighborhood of Avondale near the burger king and baskin robbins
corner of Hamlin and Broadway in Avondale
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 8, 2013 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Gb(or 6 not sure)925811
Size: 
it has 27 inch rims
Color: 
Baby blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This bike was in good condition had an intact paint job and considering it is from the early 80's it looked pretty unused. It has blue grips on an upright handlebar style and new silver wheel wells. The back rim is also brand new which markedly contrasts with the bent front rim which has a blue tire on it.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
I was sitting near a tree eating some burger king when, who I believe were youths came by and took it before I knew what was happening

Trek 7100

Location

2000 Condos
2000 W. Haddon
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 9, 2013 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Adult Womans
Color: 
Off White with Pattern
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
No seat, like new, leather handle bars, bell, orange sticker on wheel in back to release. Cruiser style but is 3 Speed, plastic cover on gears on right handle bar is missing.

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 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?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
Someone removed sign and took my bike.

Jamis

Location

House
2026 West Thomas Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 9, 2013 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
royal blue and silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
has silver fenders, black rear rack, and grey handgrips. blue elastic bands over back rear rack. a bit beat up, has been living outside for a while. I believe the model is Jamis Citizen. front part of body is silver, back is blue.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
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?: 
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?: 
6 hours-ish
Incident Description: 
Sometime after midnight and before 6 AM, the metal hand railing from my front steps was completely removed, along with the bike and chain.

Cannondale (trail? I don't remember, it was a gift and I only had for a week)

Location

Friend's Apartment
Halsted and Wellington
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 7, 2013 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Green/ Dark Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition. New metal pedals. Dark green Cannondale. Water bottle holder is slightly off center to the left. Blue plastic tag wrapped under the seat.

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?: 
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?: 
Hour and a half
Incident Description: 
Went inside friend's apartment in Lakeview area. Played video games for about an hour and a half. Locked bike to gate outside. It was one of five or so bikes locked to gate outside. When I returned, lock and bike was gone. I called police and filed a police report. None of the other bikes or locks were taken or tampered with.