ALBANY PARK — Burglars have targeted bikes during a recent string of garage break-ins in Albany Park and North Park, according to the Chicago Police Department.
The thefts occurred between Sept. 11 and Sept. 21, with no pattern regarding time of day, according to a community alert issued by the 17th Albany Park Police District.
There is no description of the culprit(s), who forcibly entered the victims' garages via the side door and swiped bicycles, among other items.
Incidents were reported at:
• 5100 block of North St. Louis Avenue, Sept. 11
• 5500 block of North Spaulding Avenue, Sept. 12
• 5000 block of North Lawndale Avenue, Sept. 17
• 6100 block of North Kedvale Avenue, Sept. 18
• 3100 block of West Eastwood Avenue, Sept. 21
Police recommend not only making sure garage doors are locked, but locking up bikes even when inside a garage. Keep a record of your bike's make, model and serial number.
Those with any information regarding the above cases should contact the Area North Bureau of Detectives at 312-744-8263.
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