Former paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius is set for release from prison today, after being granted parole in November 2023 for murdering his former girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on 14th of February 2013.
The blade runner who had endorsement deals from international brands such as Nike, Oakley sunglass, Thierry Mugler fragrance and many others shocked the entire world when news broke that he had shot and killed the Gqeberha born model.
Oscar was sentenced to 13 years and spent eight of those years behind bars.
He is released under the general conditions of parole, which include informing his parole officer of his movements if planning a holiday, and is not allowed to engaged in interviews with the media.
Internet users shared their opinions on the sprinter’s release commenting:
So is it 8 years you get for murdering people vele? No wonder nkabi’s do what they do. #OscarPistorius
— Naledi Mayekiso (@TTigersstory) January 5, 2024
One user noted other well-known figures who were convicted of murderer but later released on parole asking for Oscar to be given a chance to live again.
This guy #OscarPistorius is the Kelly Khumalo of jail birds. Flabbas killer didn’t stay that long, Jub Jub has been out after killing, not 1 but FOUR . Let Oscar try this life thing again.
The only problem ke gore he said black man what what? pic.twitter.com/dMcxLkGHmv
— Black & Blessed ❤❤✌ (@Mama_Bridgie) January 5, 2024
Some users quoted the late model’s mother’s statement sent out in February 2023.
‘There can never be never be justice if your loved one is not coming back, and no amount of time spent will bring Reeva back. We, who remain behind, are the ones serving a life sentence.’ -June Steenkamp pic.twitter.com/RUYADrmC8w
— Nkosi Malinga-Mnisi (@MnisiNkosikhona) January 5, 2024
Another user noted that whoever will date the blade runner next will be endangering her life, commenting:
#TheMorningBuzz @Radio2000_ZA @LeloMzaca @GlenLewisSA #OscarPistorius a lady who will date Oscar she will brave and digging her own grave.
Thanks for the great show.
— Peter Teane (@peter_5yrs) January 5, 2024
While the media camped outside Atteridgeville Correctional Centre hoping to see Oscar’s exit, senior journalist Chriselda Lewis shared that the paralympic champion was at the comfort of his home.
JUST IN
Convicted murderer #OscarPistorius is now at home after being placed on parole today.
This is according to the Department of Correctional Services.#sabcnews pic.twitter.com/KHGwVCuTL2— Chriselda Zozi Lewis (Babes Wendaba) (@Chriseldalewis) January 5, 2024
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