For Newark, NJ, Detective Genaro Ortiz, Batman is more then just a cool comic.
"Detective Ortiz has been with the Newark Police since 1989. For several years, he helped our youth when assigned to the Truancy Squad. Ortiz is currently serving in the Community Out Reach Unit. He actively participates in D.A.R.E and safety programs in Newark and throughout New Jersey. Detective Ortiz also offers an entertaining and educational anti-drug magic show presentation, in an auditorium, stage setting. Batman is summoned to countless schools and events to speak about the dangers of drugs and violence. His personal, award winning 2002 Batmobile is highly equipped with a vast array of lights and crime fighting gadgets." According to Detective Ortiz "Drug abuse will usually put you in one of these places: Hospital (your family found you), Jail (police found you) or your grave (found too late). Stay drug free...I dare you."