Bike thefts in Calgary have always been an issue, however in recent years, we have seen a growing trend in our city, prompting our members to explore ways to address thefts and better support victims.
A Bike Index pilot project launched by a small group of our officers in 2019, showcased success using the program as an added investigative tool for officers who recovered stolen bikes, and a partnership was born.
To date, Calgary has surpassed 25,000 registered Bike Index users, and returned hundreds of bikes to victims with an estimated value of $330,000.
By registering a bike with Bike Index, owners are provided with easily accessible documentation of their bike’s information and serial number, which can be looked up by police and aid in a stolen bike’s return to its rightful owner.
Register your bike for free by visiting https://bikeindex.org/.
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