Convicted murderer and former Olympian Oscar “Blade Runner” Pistorius has been warned he could become a target for assassination after his release this Friday, sources say. .
Pistorius was allegedly told by police that he could be killed in retaliation for the murder of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. The threats are said to come from underworld figures who are reported to be sympathetic to the murdered girl's family.
Pistorius will stay in a cottage or three-storey mansion on his uncle Arnold's fortified estate in Pretoria, South Africa. The compound has armed guards, electronic protection equipment and reportedly several “attack dogs.” Located on the outskirts of Waterkloof, an upscale area known for its embassies, it overlooks Pretoria.
Steenkamp's father, Barry, died last year, and his mother, June, has slammed Pistorius for showing no remorse. Her double amputee pumped four pistol bullets into the bathroom door where she was sitting, killing Steenkamp.
Pistorius claimed he woke up to the noise and thought she was an intruder. Neighbors claimed they heard an argument coming from the direction of the house before they heard the gunshots. Prosecutors said Steenkamp was hiding from Pistorius in the bathroom.
Pressure group Women for Change said this week: “Oscar Pistorius is a murderer and is in prison to serve his full sentence. Justice was never served. He will never be considered. I couldn’t get in.”
One day during the murder trial, a self-proclaimed hitman and friend of the Steenkamps appeared and was seen by FOX News Digital staring intently at Pistorius in the courtroom, but said nothing in court. He didn't even try to talk to me. This reporter outside.
Pistorius will be released from prison and sent directly to his uncle's home.
Singabako Nxumalo from the Department of Corrections said in a statement: “Details of transportation plans and release timing will not be made public. Disclosing such details may pose a security threat to inmates and personnel.”
His statement continued: “South Africa has chosen a victim-centered criminal justice system. As a result, prisoners and parolees are never paraded. Therefore, the media who choose to camp outside correctional facilities Although he may not be prevented from carrying out his duties, it would be impossible for him to take photographs or moving footage of Pistorius.
Part of Mr Pistorius' parole conditions stipulates that he cannot profit in any way from Mr Steenkamp's death. Officially, there are no fat checks on TV or book deals. The Department of Corrections statement further added: “Like other parolees, Pistorius is restricted from giving media interviews. General parole conditions apply to Mr. Pistorius. For example, he must He is expected to be at home at certain times. He must not consume alcohol or other prohibited substances.”
Then there's the issue of anger management.
A text from Steenkamp to Pistorius was read out in court: “I'm scared of you sometimes, I'm scared that you'll cut me.”
In the months leading up to Steenkamp's death, friends of Mr Pistorius were reportedly concerned about his temper and whether he should be allowed to possess a licensed firearm.
The man spoke to Fox News Digital anonymously to protect his safety.
It is not clear whether his anger issues have been resolved, but conditions of his parole reportedly include that Pistorius attend anger management training. He is scheduled to be released on parole until at least the end of 2029.
