LAGOS DE MORENO, Mexico — A masked vigilante known as the “Mexican Batman” is gaining attention after allegedly duct-taping suspected motorcycle thieves to public utility poles in the streets of Lagos de Moreno.

Photos circulating online show individuals wrapped in duct tape to poles, with the vigilante sometimes seen in a Batman costume. The figure has become a controversial symbol in the community, where frustration with crime and perceived police inaction runs high.

While some residents cheer him on as a hero delivering the justice authorities couldn’t, local police are actively investigating and tracking him down for his unlawful methods of “punishment.”

This real-life comic book-style justice has sparked debate: Is it a brave act of community protection, or a dangerous step outside the rule of law?

Authorities urge citizens to report crimes through official channels rather than taking vigilante action. The investigation into the masked figure continues.

The phenomenon highlights deeper issues of crime and public safety in the region.