Milwaukee lakefront ‘Wheel Fun’ bikes stolen

MILWAUKEE – “Wheel Enjoyable,” a preferred bike store alongside Milwaukee’s lakefront, grew to become the goal of thieves Monday night time, June 20, when a big group pedaled off with 5 specialty bikes.

The thieves have since been noticed driving round on them. Images of the teenagers on these specialty bikes have been shared on social media.

The store supervisor mentioned 8 to 10 folks swarmed the place on Monday, driving off with the bikes.

The blue and pink specialty bikes are a staple alongside Milwaukee’s lakefront, bringing smiles to these on board.

“It’s such a pleasant expertise,” mentioned Malaya Dupree.

The favored summer time rides are a giant attraction for paying prospects.

“I attempted to get right here as quick as I can,” mentioned Ivon Steffen, Wheel Enjoyable mechanic.

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On Monday night, they grew to become the goal of thieves.

“It’s just about wrecking it for all of us,” mentioned Steffen. 

Steffen got here to the store shortly after the group of teenagers surrounded the place. stealing three household bikes and two single rides.

“That’s fairly unhappy. That’s fairly unhappy,” mentioned Elizabeth Counce.

The bikes haven’t been recovered. The store is working with a few fifth of its fleet lacking.

“Nothing is protected anymore,” mentioned Counce. “That’s fairly horrible.

The thefts are disappointing for individuals who get pleasure from a spin across the lake.

“It’s unhealthy sufficient they’re out right here stealing automobiles, stealing issues from shops,” mentioned Dupree. “When it’s one thing good for the neighborhood, one thing good for household time, why would you wish to take that away?”