A number of retail stores have been hit by what is likely a group of organized thieves. They have no significant preferences as to brand, PRS, Gibson and Ernie Ball have all been taken from stores in Chicago, Arlington Heights, and Rockford Since January. Retail outlets in the area should check their stock and watch carefully.
Private individuals are not be targeted.
The following was stolen from a retail store in the central Chicago area:
Musicman Silhouette guitar – white with black pickguard
Serial number G41209
Police report HS176487
Chicago Police Department (312) 744-5983
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Stolen Rane TTM57SL DJ Mixer with Serato Scratch Live serial number 708829.
Country Club Hills IL Police Report 10-709.
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This equipment has been reported stolen. If you see these items, think of your safety first. We advise you not to purchase the item from anyone claiming to be the owner. If you feel safe with pursuing it further, contact your local law enforcement, referencing the above case number.
Stolen from a retail store in Arlington Heights IL.
Paul Reed Smith McCarty Korina Black Sunburst.
Serial Number: 135598
Stolen without case.
Arlington Heights Police Department case number 10-02677
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This equipment has been reported stolen. If you see these items, think of your safety first. We advise you not to purchase the item from anyone claiming to be the owner. If you feel safe with pursuing it further, contact your local law enforcement, referencing the above case number.
A car was broken into in Chicago. Taken were a Roland A90EX Keyboard Controller, serial unknown. It is in a black case with missing latches. There are two red straps on the keyboard for removing it from the case.
ZAG toolbox containing 2 SM58′s, 1 Beta 58, 1 Behringer microphone, 2 Boss Volume pedals.
If you come across this gear, the case is filed with the Chicago Police Department, Area 3.
Phone 312-744-5983
Case Number HS139727
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This equipment has been reported stolen. If you see these items, think of your safety first. We advise you not to purchase the item from anyone claiming to be the owner. If you feel safe with pursuing it further, contact your local law enforcement, referencing the above case number.
A Markbass PF110 D23 Little Mark Tube 800 was stolen from a store in Aurora IL. The serial number is RU400152.
Police contact: Aurora IL Police Dept.
630-859-1700
Police Report number 09-23780
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This equipment has been reported stolen. If you see these items, think of your safety first. We advise you not to purchase the item from anyone claiming to be the owner. If you feel safe with pursuing it further, contact your local law enforcement, referencing the above case number.
Rickenbacker 360 – 6 String – Fireglow Serial number L43853
Rickenbacker 360 – 12 String – Fireglow Serial number U16270
Contact Northbrook, IL Police Department (847) 564-2060
Police Report Number – HR525330
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This equipment has been reported stolen. If you see these items, think of your safety first. We advise you not to purchase the item from anyone claiming to be the owner. If you feel safe with pursuing it further, contact your local law enforcement, referencing the above case number.
Our goal at Gearsecure.net has always been to have a web site that serves both community and business, and gives greater functionality and exposure to our core purpose of loss prevention and recovery. The site as it exists now has been successful at developing community and awareness, but it is now time to take the next step and build our planned web application. We need your help in funding this, and our exposure in the industry. We’re asking for a small donation of only $5 towards our goal of $5,000. Click the “Donate” button to give via paypal.
Gibson Les Paul Classic – Vintage Sunburst
Serial Number 064429
Police Report 09-7044
Contact Orland Park, IL Police Department (708) 349-4111
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This equipment has been reported stolen. If you see these items, think of your safety first. We advise you not to purchase the item from anyone claiming to be the owner. If you feel safe with pursuing it further, contact your local law enforcement, referencing the above case number.
Our goal at Gearsecure.net has always been to have a web site that serves both community and business, and gives greater functionality and exposure to our core purpose of loss prevention and recovery. The site as it exists now has been successful at developing community and awareness, but it is now time to take the next step and build our planned web application. We need your help in funding this, and our exposure in the industry. We’re asking for a small donation of only $5 towards our goal of $5,000. Click the “Donate” button to give via paypal.
The following gear has been reported stolen from a retail store in the Highland Park, Illinois area.
Euphonic Audio iAmp 500 Head
Serial number: 10234
Ampeg SVT3Pro Bass Head
Serial number: EEZDU50086
Police Report – 09-11052
Highland Park Illinois Police Department (847) 432-7730
This gear has been reported stolen. If you see these pieces, think of your safety first. We advise you not to purchase the items from anyone claiming to be the owner. If you feel safe with pursuing it further, contact your local law enforcement, referencing the above case number.
Our goal at Gearsecure.net has always been to have a web site that serves both community and business, and gives greater functionality and exposure to our core purpose of loss prevention and recovery. The site as it exists now has been successful at developing community and awareness, but it is now time to take the next step and build our planned web application. We need your help in funding this, and our exposure in the industry. We’re asking for a small donation of only $5 towards our goal of $5,000. Click the “Donate” button to give via paypal.
Location: A retail store in Arlington Hts, IL
Type of equipment: Martin 00028EC (Eric Clapton Signature Model)
Serial Number: 1262846
Notes: Taken Without Case.
Contact:
Arlington Hts, IL police
Officer Piotr Gacek
(847)368-5300
Case no: 09-05707
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This instrument has been reported stolen. If you see this instrument, think of your safety first. We advise you not to purchase the item from anyone claiming to be the owner. If you feel safe with pursuing it further, contact your local law enforcement, referencing the above case number.