The man arrested in connection with the murder of former heavyweight boxer Mark ‘Striker’ Strydom will appear in a Germiston court today.

Strydom was shot dead at Grand Slam Sports Diner in Dowerglen, Edenvale, on Saturday night.

Edenvale SAPS is investigating the case.

Warrant Officer Jacob Mashile confirmed that paramedics declared Strydom dead at the scene.

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.

Mark “Striker” Strydom was shot dead last night on the East Rand.

In a 2000 report, a media said: “One of the most notorious thugs in Johannesburg’s southern suburbs says he has found God and given up his violent ways – but police and some of his victims aren’t convinced.”…

— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) July 21, 2024

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.

I knew Mark for many years. RIP Mark Strydom, and I send my condolences to your loved ones. 😢✝️ https://t.co/fP3NglD7m7

— Donovan⚡️👾 (@Donovan_W_G) July 22, 2024

#MarkStrydom shooting yesterday. #Grandslam
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