Bike stolen!

[I_M_Weasel]

I've been suffering a miserable train commute for the last 4 months, the one positive has been a quick bike ride between the station and work.

But arrived at the station this morning to find a sawn through lock and no bike. Annoyingly bikes with no or very flimsy locks had been left untouched.

Wasn't really worth anything, 9 years old and nothing special, still I'll miss it, especially as i walk those miles between the station.

Just venting, rubbish start to the day.

 

[I_M_Weasel]

The lock was a steel cable type one, about an inch thick overall, the metal core being about 3/4 of an inch, I was under no illusions that it would stop a determined thief, but hoped they'd pick an easier target - one of the bikes with no locks for example, plus it wasn't new, certainly well worn, not much value left in it. But they've clearly come equipped and patiently sawed through, taking all the time they needed.

 

[I_M_Weasel]

Quick update,

Police told me they had nothing to go on so case was closed but transport police investigated and eventually found 2 equipped people on CCTV taking the bike, they passed the case back to regular police who have identified the two thieves.

Don't know where it'll go from here but hopefully they'll face some penalty, still don't expect to get the bike back.

 

[I_M_Weasel]

It was only my old spare bike so not desperate to replace it but I might get an entry level road bike in the summer. I'll be using my nicer mountain bike over the winter but it'll either be safe at home or locked up at work.

*Although it'll be pretty safe at work I do want to invest in a very strong lock for it while it's there. Any suggestions? (links appreciated) - I've asked in the main bike thread, but doesn't hurt to ask again.

Thanks

 

[I_M_Weasel]

Thanks Jonny, I've ordered one of the kryptonite ones, hopefully tat and the armed guards will keep it safe!

 

[I_M_Weasel]

Although an old thread has been bumped, curious as to what happened since the police identified the two people?

I've sent in my victim statement and am awaiting the result, they stole someone else's bike at the same time, so they are up for both thefts.

I've not replaced the stolen one yet but might get a road bike in the summer. In the mean time I'm on my mountain bike, secured within an army camp patrolled by armed soldiers and a big D lock.

I'll post when I hear back from the police, hopefully it'll be a result that stops them stealing anyone else's possesions, or at least puts them off.

 

[I_M_Weasel]

Could you consider a folding bike for the train? I've found that very handy. No need to lock it anywhere then.

Had I stayed doing the same commute I might have done that, but I don't need to leave the bike at the station at my new assignment.

 

[I_M_Weasel]

Little update - justice isn't swift!

The police have arrested someone who has admitted the crime, it goes to court in a couple of weeks.

 

[I_M_Weasel]

Not returned, so I assume sold on for a pittance.

Anyway - someone went to court last week and found guilty ordered to pay me £150 compensation. Better than nothing I suppose and probably more than he made from the theft. Hopefully It'll act as a deterrent to him in the future.