Suspect in boxer Mark Strydom’s murder to appear in court
It has been alleged that Strydom was shot following an argument/ dispute/altercation with the suspect.
The man arrested for the murder of former heavyweight boxer Mark ‘Striker’ Strydom will appear in court on today.
Strydom was shot dead on Saturday, July 20 at Grand Slam Sports Diner in Dowerglen, Edenvale.
Edenvale SAPS is investigating the case.
Warrant Officer Jacob Mashile confirmed that paramedics declared Strydom dead at the scene.
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The incident began with a dispute between Strydom and a woman, which escalated into a chaotic gunfight with the suspect.
“The deceased allegedly pulled out a firearm and fired four or five shots randomly.”
Strydom fired multiple shots before he was shot twice, allegedly by the suspect. He was arrested, and a firearm was confiscated.
Strydom, known in Johannesburg’s southern suburbs for his ‘violent past’, had reportedly found religion in 2000.
Tributes from friends and the boxing community flooded social media.
“My heart is broken at the tragic death of a dear friend and a true legend Mark Strydom, ” posted Taryn Mills Bean.
