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Caught some parts thieves. w/pictures

I was riding past these two guys at Milwaukee and Paulina--noticed them working at a bike that was locked up. Rode past a little to think about it. Then saw them ride off with some parts. Okay, time to follow them.

They ripped at least a fork off of this Scott road bike, not sure what else.

When I confronted the guy doing all the work, I asked him if it was his, he responds "I found it". I treated him like a little kid, saying that it's clearly not his--he defends himself saying it's an already abandoned bike (perhaps, the chain is in poor condition).

It's clearly not his stuff, and it's nice stuff. He specifically told me to post the pictures I took of him--so here they are. "post the pictures, I don't care"

Is it weird territory? Taking parts from abandoned bikes. At what point is it abandoned? Is it ever okay? Are these kids taking full bikes? Whole wheels and components? 

Not sure how much can be done--just look out for these kids. 

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Permalink Reply by h' Zerocats on August 24, 2014 at 7:49pm

Alex- your concern for the bike community is much appreciated!

But-- make sure you're not putting your own physical safety in jeopardy over some property.

Permalink Reply by Tom A.K. on August 24, 2014 at 10:38pm
Vultures, feasting on the dead & abandoned. Thieves so determined they even gave you the "go ahead @hole , post our pictures." h' 1.0 is correct , you never know what type of reaction you will get when you challenge someone like this.
The thief perhaps thought you have no right to question him on 'his' found abandoned treasure. Alex, thank you. I would greatly appreciate someone to question or report someone tampering with my locked up bike. Your next step would be to let the police have the pictures and info. This is the best you can make of this situation.
Permalink Reply by Jacky Chau on August 25, 2014 at 7:12am

post them on facebook / instagram / twitter...make them go viral

Permalink Reply by Tricolor on August 25, 2014 at 11:57am

Why don't thieves carry crank pullers?  It's not like they're very big, and they could take the derailleurs, too.

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