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"Batman: "The Outlaw Batman"": Batman finds himself accused of accumulating stolen loot from criminals he has captured, and appears to be unable to clear his name. Soon, Batman stands trial and every time he tries to prove his innocence, there is evidence pointing tow

Detective Comics #240 is an issue of the series Detective Comics (Volume 1) with a cover date of February, 1957.

Synopsis for Batman: "The Outlaw Batman"

Batman finds himself accused of accumulating stolen loot from criminals he has captured, and appears to be unable to clear his name. Soon, Batman stands trial and every time he tries to prove his innocence, there is evidence pointing towards him. As a last resort, Batman removes his mask and reveals his face as that of Burt Wever, a rogue reporter who has showed special interest in Batman's case. Bruce, disguised as Wever tries to escape from the courtroom just as the real Wever enters courthouse. The police capture Wever, who confesses having framed Batman in order to expand his crime empire. Ironically, Wever is only captured after Batman framed him.

Appearing in Batman: "The Outlaw Batman"

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  • Burt Wever (Single appearance)

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Synopsis for Roy Raymond: "Roy Raymond's Greatest Challenge"


Appearing in Roy Raymond: "Roy Raymond's Greatest Challenge"

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  • Aloysius Twinning (Martian) (Single appearance)
  • Mr. Simmons (Single appearance)
  • Miss Jameson (Single appearance)

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Synopsis for Martian Manhunter: "The Hero Maker"

It's the last day for Officer Pat Brady after 40 years on the force, and John Jones decides to try to help grant his wish of being a hero for one time in his life.

Appearing in Martian Manhunter: "The Hero Maker"

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  • Storage House Thieves (Single appearance)
  • Safe Robbers (Single appearance)

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  • Officer Pat Brady (Single appearance)
  • Officer Karney (Single appearance)

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"The Hero Maker" is reprinted in Showcase Presents: Martian Manhunter Vol 1.



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