Darknet Diaries 153: Bike Index
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Jan 7, 2025 Dive into the murky waters of bicycle theft. Discover the emotional toll on victims and the challenges of reclaiming stolen bikes. Explore the practice of flipping bikes and how young buyers often fall prey to scams. Uncover a cross-border crime ring linking stolen bikes from Colorado to Mexico. Hear about community efforts to combat this pervasive issue, and witness the ongoing struggle against a well-connected network of thieves. It’s a thrilling ride through a world where trust meets betrayal!
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Motivational Theft
- Brian's Cannondale M300 was stolen from his apartment while he was showering.
- This frustrating experience motivated him to create a stolen bike registry.
Tech Empowerment
- The increasing availability of technology and free databases enabled the creation of the first open stolen bike registry.
- Brian saw the potential of technology to connect people and recover stolen bikes.
First Recovery
- Someone used Brian's website to find a stolen bike listed on Craigslist and alerted the owner.
- This marked the first successful recovery using the stolen bike registry.