So there is apparently an actual caped crusader in the Seattle area. And he is not alone either! Phoenix Jones is part of a Superhero Movement in the Capital Hill area, that includes at least Eight other masked vigilante's, that serve and protect.
With the support of the police department, Phoenix spends his nights fighting crime, feeding the homeless and other Superhero tasks. His journey began after he witnessed some injustices to people close to him. He decided to patrol at night, and break up fights. But soon, he was being recognized all the time, so he decided to create his Super Identity, Phoenix Jones.
Jones is making national media after he stopped a car jacking last week, and then again made news this week when he was held at gunpoint, while another assailant broke his nose. Jones described the encounter as no big deal. He claims he has been stabbed at held at gunpoint many times now. "When I walk into a neighborhood, criminals leave because they see the suit,” said Jones. “I symbolize that the average person doesn't have to walk around and see bad things and do nothing.”.
I for one applaud the efforts of these men and women. Official statements released by the Seattle Police Department are discouraging citizens to Mask up and take to the streets, but I say, why not? They are knowingly putting themselves in dangers way, motivated by a desire to make the place they live a better one. The risks are obvious, but the reward outweighs that factor for them. I hope to see caped crusaders walking the streets of my neighborhood soon. Up, Up and Away...
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