Batman hands out money on London streets - who is behind the mask?

A figure known as 'London's Batman' is handing out money on the streets of London, including fuel vouchers and paying parking fines. The character has gained many followers on social media, but their identity and the source of the money remain unknown. The BBC met with them, and they refused to reveal their face.

A figure known as 'London's Batman' appears on the streets of London in a superhero costume and hands out money to strangers. Actions include distributing fuel vouchers worth £70 each, paying parking fines at a hospital, fixing potholes in the road, and selling chocolate bars at a nostalgic price of five pence. The character has gained over 100,000 followers on Instagram within weeks. BBC reporters met with them, but they refused to reveal their identity or the source of the money. Commenters speculate that it is YouTuber Nico Omilana or the satirical character Count Binface, but both deny it. A social media expert estimates that the success stems from the combination of a person in costume with a positive message related to the cost of living.