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‘Mexican Batman’ Ties Five Suspected Thieves to Lampposts in Jalisco

6/28/2026

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Vigilante known as “Mexican Batman” tied at least five suspected motorcycle thieves to lampposts in Lagos de Moreno, Jalisco.
The bound men were left with pink signs, faces marked “thief” and drawn moustaches.
State Security Secretary Juan Pablo Hernández reported five cases, identified two possible vehicles, and said no arrests have been made.
Female vigilantes in Michoacán have organized armed patrols and roadblocks to counter the Jalisco New Generation cartel.

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Vigilante known as “Mexican Batman” tied at least five suspected motorcycle thieves to lampposts in Lagos de Moreno, Jalisco.
The bound men were left with pink signs, faces marked “thief” and drawn moustaches.
State Security Secretary Juan Pablo Hernández reported five cases, identified two possible vehicles, and said no arrests have been made.
Female vigilantes in Michoacán have organized armed patrols and roadblocks to counter the Jalisco New Generation cartel.