Night Rider #4
In "…And Men Shall Call Him Sting-Ray!", the Night Rider faces off against the elusive Sting-Ray, a new menace who strikes during a school fundraiser at Carter Slade's ranch, leaving Sheriff Brooks and Clay Riley paralyzed. As tensions rise and the Sheriff vows revenge, a twist in the town’s ranks reveals the true identity behind the mask—hidden in plain sight among the locals. With the stakes higher than ever, the Night Rider must navigate betrayal and mistaken loyalty to save Natalie, all while a mysterious figure steps in to shield him from the law. Written by Gary Friedrich and Dick Ayers, with art by Dick Ayers and inks by Vince Colletta, this gripping issue features a cover by Gil Kane.
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The Sting-Ray paralyzes Sheriff Brooks and Clay Riley and takes the money raised for the local school at a dance at Carter Slade's ranch. The Night Rider tries to catch him but is stopped by the Sheriff and his posse. The next day the Sheriff meets with local businessmen and decides to go after the Night Rider again. Unfortunately, the local druggist is really the Sting-Ray (formerly Scorpion) and uses the opportunity to kidnap Natalie. The Night Rider rescues her but is almost shot by the Sheriff when leaving. The Tarantula stops him and pretends that he is working with the Night Rider.
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