How can I sell my stolen bike?
Check ebay, Gumtree, craigslist. Check out the listings on ebay, Gumtree and craigslist. Thieves will often try to sell stolen bikes through these sites. But a bike probably won’t be listed as soon as it’s stolen.
What happens if someone sells you a stolen bike?
The vehicle will be confiscated. Unless you can show correct paperwork proving your purchase was in good faith, and you have receipts, contact information for the seller, and are willing to identify them and if necessary testify against that person, they will assume you stole the item. Bicycles not as big a deal.
Where do police sell stolen goods?
Official police eBay stores – some forces have now set up their own eBay shops. You can collect items in person or sometimes have them delivered. Auction houses – some police forces also sell goods via auction houses, which you have to attend in person.
How do I claim insurance after bike theft?
Largely speaking, for bike theft you would need:
- Insurance policy documentation.
- Photocopy of driving license.
- Photocopy of RC book.
- FIR copy in original.
- Duly filled claim form.
- Relevant RTO papers with required forms such as form 28, 29, 30 and 35.
What happens if I unknowingly buy a stolen bike?
If you buy a stolen bike, then be prepared to lose the bike and your money. The general rule is that it remains the property of the original owner and the police can take the motorcycle from you to return it to the original owner or the insurance company if the owner has been paid out.
What’s the best way to recover a stolen bike?
1) File a Police Report. Filing a police report will generate an incident number with your local police department. This report allows police to contact you in the case that the stolen bike surfaces. Filing a police report as soon as your bike gets stolen is highly recommended to give you the best chances of recovering it.
Who is the person that stole my bike?
Bike thieves can be anyone from a homeless person needing money, to a professional bike thief that makes a living from stealing bikes (yes, they exist). All in all, bike thieves are looking for one thing, and one thing only – money. Stolen bicycles will almost always end up on the market for sale.
Where to find the serial number on a stolen bike?
Serial numbers can usually be found under the bottom bracket where the two pedals meet: If you live in the San Francisco area, the San Francisco Police Department has an official Twitter account for anti-bike theft. This account is a handy tool for getting live updates of stolen bikes, and to post your stolen bike on social media.
Where does a stolen bike go for sale?
For the most part, stolen bikes will end up for sale on the internet or the street. Amateur bike thieves who are just looking for a quick buck will cut the chain off your bike and sell them on the street. This allows them to sell them very cheaply and make money off it fast.
Is there a Facebook group to recover stolen bikes?
There have been cases of people being assaulted or killed trying to get their stuff back. If you live in a city with a large bike community, there’s a good chance locals have set up a Facebook group for recovering stolen bikes.
What to do if someone steals your bike in Minneapolis?
Report stolen bikes to the police. Report the theft immediately to the Minneapolis Police Department by calling 311 or visiting your local precinct to make your report. If your bicycle was stolen as a result of a break-in within your home or garage, call 911 to report the burglary.
What to do if your bike is stolen from a pawn shop?
Pawn shops must record all bikes they buy through the police and if your bike is registered, it will show up. Put a secret identifier on your bike and mention that in your police report. Always look on Kijiji once your bike has been stolen. Mine ended up for sale online three times.