The Plaza Midwood Bart Bandit is the hero Charlotte deserves

While most of us were amused by the cartoon’s full moon, other neighbors questioned the decency of the image, especially given its prominent location. Concerns were raised about what would become of the Bart butt and, more importantly, who would have to pay for its destruction. (Landlords have to foot the bill to paint over graffiti.) But before anyone could even make a move, the Bart Bandit struck again, willingly removing the piece and replacing it with a new Bart over the weekend.

The new Bartman is back with a vengeance, donning a Hornets-inspired teal and purple superhero cape and proudly sporting the official City of Charlotte crown on his chest.

David Sentendrey picked up the story at FOX46, reporting further that the building’s landlord is not amused in the least but thus far has not had to pay to cover anything up. Meanwhile, Reggae Central’s shop owner likes it and hopes the Bart Bandit keeps it up and is never revealed. “I hope we never find out,” she said in her FOX interview. “That adds to the mystery of it all.”

Unfortunately, we can confirm that we have identified the Bart Bandit. He nonchalantly outed himself on Instagram last night, but we aren’t sure if we want to unmask him yet. It’s just too much fun.

So for now… Team #bartbanditCLT.