Recent Reports

Scattante R330

Location

North Center
Patterson
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
19 inches
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition and recently had a new seat along with gray grips on the handle bars

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?: 
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?: 
12-15 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike had a u-lock from frame to front tire. I think it was removed completely from the garage

Magna Shimano

Location

3757
64th pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, June 18, 2021 - 5:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
820484TJ
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fairly New good condition..Gray Frame with "Lightweight Aluminum" written on frame towards seat and "2wenty9ne" on bottom of frame in white writing. The bottom back frame towards chain says rapid fire Shimano 21 speed.

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?: 
August 2020
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken out of Garage..Do not know exact date and time was taken.. Back wheel was on flat and was place there to repair..I was informed by son that bike was no longer there 06-18-2021..

Schwinn Crosscut

Location

Downtown Post Office
211 S Clark Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black tape on the forks, plastic seat with no cushion

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
10 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was outside of the post office, right by the front door. Went inside to drop off a letter, came out and my bike was gone.

Specialized Allez E5 Sport Dovgry/blk

Location

Lakeview
845 W Belmont
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Serial#: WSBC006026836R
Size: 
54
Color: 
Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New- two lights in the front and back

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?: 
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 day
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to my back patio. The only way in is through the side door that the restaurant below constantly leaves open since it also leads o the garbage. I’m assuming it’s someone in the building or someone off the street. It’s a brand new bike bought in April and should be easily found if sited.

6KU-Single speed

Location

West Town
Corner of Damen and Superior in front of Sprout Home
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 19, 2021 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
55 cm
Color: 
Black frame with blue wheels
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bicycle had a few scratches but good condition. the '6KU' sticker was peeling off both sides of the frame. On the frame near the back tire, my nickname is in silver sharpie and says 'Baby Badu'. Inner frame of the tires are a turquoise blue color. Has a flip flop hub to ride it fixed or free wheel. Rear brake only.

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?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was clipped from the intersection of Damen and Superior in front of multiple open business from a bike rack. Happened between 3pm-4pm because it was there at 2:30pm. NOTE: Photo is not the location of where it was stolen but can be returned to Sprout Home if found, please!

Harper fixie one speed bike made by retrospec

Location

Aurelien apartments 833 n Clark street
Chestnut and Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
L - 57 cm frame
Color: 
Slate Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New “Harper Fixie-single speed” bike made by Retrospec (purchased this spring) https://retrospec.com/products/harper-fixie-bike-single-speed?variant=18362203144289&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlMaGBhD3ARIsAPvWd6ie8NuJN3gDEm41II-AkggXZKyea0-RGFYSABBxj90nExGhEVNkpvAaAkkEEALw_wcB It had a plastic tag with number 063 on it and a bike lock (which I’m assuming was broken with possibly bulk cutters) around the top bar of 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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
10 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked the bike on the corner of Clark and chestnut at 7:45 pm on the 21st and found it gone at 6:30 am on the 22nd. I’m assuming somebody cut the cable lock with bulk cutters overnight

Peugeot Princeton (I think) Road Commuter Bike

Location

Apartment
Barry and Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 21, 2021 - 6:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
~50cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Red Peugeot bike, says "Orient Express" on the frame, has a small sticker of Oregon state in between the handle bars, has black fenders and a black adjustable water bottle holder. Has a brown leather 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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
It was left here between rides for ~2 months
Incident Description: 
The bike was in a locked gate back porch (completely enclosed) only accessible by key by the 3 units in the building. It had been there for ~2 months. I think someone forgot to close the gate and it was left open and the bike was stolen.

Waltworks 29+ Steel Single Speed Mountain Bike

Location

4319 North Spaulding Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 21, 2021 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Cane Creek headset, Thomson bars/seatpost/stem, Raceface crankset, Hope Pro II hubs laced to WTB Scrapers w/ Maxxis Chronicle 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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was left unlocked in garage overnight, starting around 7:30pm 6/20. Garage door was found open and bike missing around 9:00am 6/21.

Specialized Dolce

Location

Wayne & Rosemont Ave
6300 N Wayne Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 21, 2021 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Women's Extra Small
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Water bottle holder, front phone bag holder and lights on front and back.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
We parked in the 6300 block of North Wayne at 11 p.m. on Sunday, June 20th. Our bikes were on a bike rack on the back of our vehicle. When we went to retrieve them at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 21st, they were gone.

Trek Sun Tour 820

Location

Wayne & Rosemont Ave
6300 N Wayne Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, June 21, 2021 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Men's Large
Color: 
Silver and Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Broken water bottle holder and front/back LED lights

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Bike was on back of car via a bike rack
Incident Description: 
We parked in the 6300 block of North Wayne at 11 p.m. on Sunday, June 20th. Our bikes were on a bike rack on the back of our vehicle. When we went to retrieve them at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 21st, they were gone.

Specialized Hard Rock

Location

Home
1350 W Walton St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 20, 2021 - 10:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
L
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is an older Specialized Hard Rock model. It is Silver. There is A MOONSADDLE seat on it, which is a 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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
The bike was here unlocked for 1 week.
Incident Description: 
A man on a small BMX rode through our back alley. Stopped at our storage closet and stole the bike, which was unfortunately unlocked. He left the small BMX bike and rode off toward Noble street.

Vanmoof S2

Location

1849 N Hermitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 20, 2021 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
AS17122154
Size: 
49cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Front luggage rack is missing one of its screws. Non-electric version, most Van Moofs are electric now.

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?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Taken from garage along with Gazelle Arroyo

Gazelle Arroyo Black 49cm

Location

1849 N Hermitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, June 20, 2021 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
861974
Size: 
49cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black Dutch style bike with step through frame. Thieves also took my black Ortlieb saddle bags, which accompany the bike. Brand site: https://www.gazellebikes.com/en-us/models/arroyo

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?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Thieves broke into our condo building through the front door around 2am on 6/20. Latest video footage shows them walking towards rear garage door. Too dark to see when they left, but they could have easily taken the bikes through the garage. They took two of my bikes and one of the neighbors, but left my wife's. Suggests to me they didn't have much time.

Trek T1

Location

Lawrence
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 19, 2021 - 12:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
60cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike in good condition. Flat mountain bike handlebars, cages on petals, front brake, red and black seat.

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?: 
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?: 
10 minutes

Fuji Absolute 1.9

Location

Home
723 N Noble St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 19, 2021 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
19
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Had metal mud guards on front and back. Left handle was a bit beat up from a crash. Front reflector is loose. Might still have clip for onguard lock

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?: 
24 hrs
Incident Description: 
Accidently left garage opener in my pocket and must have inadvertently opened my garage. Last known time my garage was closed was June 18 at 4pm, noticed bike was missing around 10am June 19. Unable to file a police report because no one will pick up the phone.

Hiland Road Hybrid Bike Aluminum Disc Brake 700C Wheels 24 speeds Bikes

Location

SAIC Fashion Resource Center
36 S Wabash St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 19, 2021 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Part number: HITW7024bk-M, ASIN: B08133X2DT
Size: 
26 inch wheels
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new bike, only owned for about a month. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CZ6QCW9/ref=tsm_1_tp_tc?th=1&psc=1

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, but it was checked on so more like 2 hours.
Incident Description: 
****SOUTH LOOP CHICAGO****My bike was locked with a key lock outside of the SAIC Fashion center, 36 S Wabash Ave #735, Chicago, IL 60603, on a bike rack. I was at work a few buildings down for 5 hours between 10 am and 3 pm. It was checked on at about 1215 pm, and it was still there so it was stolen between 12pm and 3pm. The bike locked was also completely missing.

Trek FX3

Location

208 w Washington street chicago.
Washington
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 17, 2021 - 9:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
L
Color: 
Black dnister
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
bike is all black with a bright blue bottle holder bolted to it. There’s also a blue seat pad, but that’s removable. It has a silver stand on the left hand side and a black holder for the ulock. Bike is slightly used and looks new.

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 a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A few hours
Incident Description: 
Combination cable lock must have been cut. However, there is an additional combination lock that locks the back tire to the frame.

Motobecane elite sport

Location

Harlem Green Line Stop
1 Harlem Ave
Forest Park , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 17, 2021 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new with two water bottle holders

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?: 
8hrs
Incident Description: 
I parked the bike at the Harlem green line station at 8am. When I returned at 5pm, it was gone.

Diamondback Metric 1

Location

Montrose Beach
5942 N Maplewood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, June 17, 2021 - 6:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SAA20M01931
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New Bike, has lock holster by seat

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 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 hours
Incident Description: 
Came to bike rack to find that bike was stolen, cable cut but lock intact

Schwinn Paramount PDG Series 2

Location

1049 N PAULINA ST
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, June 16, 2021 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very rare white Bernard Hinault Turbo Saddle. Riser bars with BMX brakes.

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was on a rack in the 3rd floor of my apartment building which is supposed to be locked. They're doing building maintenance and have left the doors open for the last few days.