Was frido bandido really a thieve?

Question

or just trying to get hs own.

Answer 1

Just trying to get his own without paying is stealing...yes, he was a thief.

Answer 2

Do you mean the cartoon?

The Frito Bandito was the cartoon mascot for Fritos corn chips from 1967 to 1971. The Bandito was created by the Foote, Cone & Belding Agency, and animated by Tex Avery. The character was voiced by Mel Blanc, who used an exaggerated Mexican accent not unlike another character of his - Speedy Gonzales. The Frito Bandito spoke broken English and robbed people of their Frito corn chips, referencing the "Mexican bandit" cliché often seen in western movies.

The Frito Bandito was retired in 1971, under pressure from the National Mexican-American Anti-Defamation Committee and others. He was replaced by W. C. Fritos.