Pistorius

Pistorius is an Afrikaans surname commonly found in South Africa. It is carried by individuals in various fields, most notably Oscar Pistorius, born 1986, a South African former sprint runner and Paralympian who competed in both the Paralympic Games and the Olympic Games. He is widely known by the nickname "Blade Runner" for his carbon fiber prosthetic legs. In 2013, Pistorius was involved in the shooting death of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. He was subsequently convicted of murder, and his sentence and appeals attracted extensive international media attention and legal scrutiny. The Pistorius case prompted discussions on gun rights, disability, and the media's coverage of crime. As a surname, Pistorius reflects Afrikaans linguistic and cultural heritage and remains in use among Afrikaans-speaking communities in South Africa and elsewhere.