Post by Admin on Dec 22, 2008 0:47:39 GMT -5
SOCIAL CRISES: VILLAINS AT EVERY TURN
Batman to Blame for Dent’s Demise
Following his attempt on the life of Gotham’s white knight, Harvey Dent, it seems Batman was successful after all. An almost unrecognisable body was found this morning smouldering in a dumpster outside Gotham General, believed to be that of former golden boy Dent.
Believed to be the handwork of the caped menace, authorities claim to ave considerable evidence linking Batman to the murder.
“We are attempting to cover every angle possible,”Detective Jameson from Homicide commented this morning. “But all roads are leading to Batman at this stage.”
Batman has been in hiding since he made an attempt on Dent’s life two weeks ago, throwing him from a high-rise building and causing Dent to once again be hospitalised after his already agonising stint for treatment of severe burns just a week earlier.
There have been a few reported sightings of the Bat dribbling through the tabloids, the most notable of which included him aiding Gotham PD in a massive drug bust recently that saw the imprisonment of several gangland figureheads. The operation, lead by Detective Gossamer was a coup in the fight against the mob that run rife in Gotham.
While it is still unconfirmed that Batman was indeed at the scene, the people are questioning why Batman would be coming to the aid of the very city that wants his blood. Detective Gossamer was unavailable for comment.
A Coroner’s report is due later today to ascertain whether the remains found in the dumpster at those of Harvey Dent. Pending the investigation, a memorial service for Dent is scheduled at the end of next week in Cathedral Square.
New Villains Cause For Concern
Scores of new villains that have popped up all over Gotham have the PD worried that they may not be able to deal with the influx. A string of burglaries, arson attacks and other crimes still remain the work of a person or persons unknown, but the statistics are certainly alarming.
Gotham PD spokespeople are urging all law-abiding citizens to that precautions and avoid dark, unpopulated areas. Keep windows and doors locked and alarm systems activated. If you have any information that may lead to the successful arrest of a criminal, please inform Gotham PD without delay.
Gordon Hits Ground Running
Gotham’s new Head of Police, Commissioner Jim Gordon has made a flying start to his recent elevation to the ‘top job’. With an incredibly brave new advertising campaign to clean up the Gotham PD that has seen a handful of crooked cops already before the Courts and his ‘can do’ attitude, many are already singing his praises. On one subject, however, it seems our new Police Chief is remaining staunchly tight lipped. When asked to comment about the current situation with Batman and any information as to the cowards’ current whereabouts, Gordon merely pleaded no comment.
Joker Kills Again
A nurse at Arkham Asylum lost her life last night to one of the most vicious killers Gotham has ever seen. Judy Hall was administering the madman’s evening medication when he attacked her with a shank fashioned from his toothbrush. Ms Hall, 24, suffered severe lacerations to her neck and died before medical assistance could arrive. Witnesses claim that they could hear the Joker laughing maniacally until police arrived at the scene, at which point he told them not to neglect their dental hygiene.
Poison Ivy in Gotham?
No, not the plant. There is a little known terrorist that has struck Seattle, Chicago and New York, targeting various companies under the alias Poison Ivy. The police in various cities have refused to cooperate with each other as they have released statements declaring ‘each incident separate and unrelated’. However, they fail to acknowledge all the used weapons are organic in nature and the companies targeted have allegedly been waste dumping or engaging in other environmentally harmful activities. People’s Energy released a statement declaring the attack on their plant in Chicago as ‘committed by a lone or group of terrorists with extreme knowledge of organic toxins’.
These companies have ben protested against for months, with active groups warning to boycott and others arrested for harassing CEO’S.
Two nights ago, the site of a new apartment building construction in downtown Gotham was targeted by an eco-terrorist. Two workers reported their friend using is break to meet up with a woman he had met on his way to work. This man was found dead a few hours later in the bathroom of a nearby diner. The released autopsy claims he was poisoned by an unknown substance he ingested. He was not reported missing because the friends and other colleagues were busy with several bombs that circled the construction area. Some men reported the gas bombs as hallucinogens while others were rushed to Gotham General and treated for daffodil poisoning – of which none of the plants were around. Dr. Pamela Iskey, a famous botanist graduated from University College London, stated “Daffodils are only poisonous in large and concentrated quantities.” Though Gotham PD refuses to make any connection, it appears the terrorist Poison Ivy has found her next city.
Birthday Bash: Wayne to Celebrate 32nd Birthday
In typical fashion, Bruce Wayne is set to celebrate his 32nd birthday this week in undeniable style. The playboy billionaire is hosting an ‘intimate’ soiree on Saturday night at his Wayne Towers penthouse apartment, having invited Gotham’s social elite, a few dedicated others and a goodly number of the press.
Known for his hospitality there is speculation that a large number of guests that had initially declined his invitation changed their minds once they were assured that Gotham PD would be aware of the party and available to disperse of ‘gate crashers’. In recent times parties help by Mr Wayne have been tormented by The Joker and last year his family home, Wayne Manor, was burned to the ground.00