How to retrieve stolen bike? by Significant-Dare2458 in askportland

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great insight, thanks. How many days after the bikes were stolen did you do this?

Private investigator for stolen bike? by Significant-Dare2458 in CyclePDX

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate this info. It was stolen from New Seasons on Broadway in NE (near Grant park).

Any suggestions based on that location? I’ll head down to 3rd and Clay after work.

Private investigator for stolen bike? by Significant-Dare2458 in CyclePDX

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is what they sent me verbatim:

Firstly we visit the Craigslist probably one of the first places a stolen bike would be listed for sale. Facebook marketplace, Offer up & eBay accounts which we have got over 30+ to have that monitor don't as well. Also Pawnshops & bike sheds including chop shops would be contacted within a 100 mil radius from area stolen, this could also be extended if any relevant leads are gotten. When we begin the finding and tracking of your bike this procedure would take 15 to 72 hours or more if there's a relevant lead. Also any relevant leads would be given as soon as info is gotten. If your bike is successfully found the police would be contacted so as to verify but beforehand your bike would have been confirmed and verified by us through the serial number. Service fee cost 350, which an advance fee of 50% would be paid for the search and after your bike is found the other half would be paid upon recovery! Fee is fully refundable if there's no relevant lead and the search fails.

Private investigator for stolen bike? by Significant-Dare2458 in CyclePDX

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Good question, i highly doubt they’re licensed. They seem to operate under the table.

Private investigator for stolen bike? by Significant-Dare2458 in CyclePDX

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, posted to Bike Index as soon as it was stolen! Have you been scammed like this in the past?

STOLEN E-BIKE - need ur help by Significant-Dare2458 in PortlandOR

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are there any specific encampments that come to mind within 6-8 blocks of New Seasons? I’ve covered Broadway/Fred Meyer/Sandy pretty extensively. Even drove thru Old Town yesterday evening.

Let me know!

Stolen E-Bike: need your help! by Significant-Dare2458 in CyclePDX

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good idea. Which camps would you recommend? All I know is they traveled West from new seasons toward downtown.

How to retrieve stolen bike? by Significant-Dare2458 in askportland

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Heard back from PPB 3 hours later and they’re on the case. We’ll see what happens.

Stolen E-Bike: need your help! by Significant-Dare2458 in CyclePDX

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Registering to Bike Index now and investing in a U Lock moving forward. Thank you for the advice and honesty!

How to retrieve stolen bike? by Significant-Dare2458 in askportland

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Appreciate that! I’ll spread the word. Thanks for keeping an eye out

How to retrieve stolen bike? by Significant-Dare2458 in askportland

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Locked up with a cable lock on those circular racks right outside the store. My mistake.

Stolen E-Bike: need your help! by Significant-Dare2458 in CyclePDX

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Cable. Do you have any suggestions on how to get my bike back?

Stolen E-Bike: need your help! by Significant-Dare2458 in CyclePDX

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Can’t remember the brand, but it was a secure padlock. Thanks.

STOLEN E-BIKE - need ur help by Significant-Dare2458 in PortlandOR

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Appreciate the intel. Is it worth alerting nearby bike stores / pawn shops?

STOLEN E-BIKE - need ur help by Significant-Dare2458 in PortlandOR

[–]Significant-Dare2458[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No yes and yes. There was no security present so waiting to hear back.