WWE star Maxx Justice dead: Wrestler killed after being hit by vehicle cycling home from work
WWE STAR Max Justice has been tragically killed after being hit by a vehicle while he cycled home from work.
Mike Raybeck, 63, known to wrestling fans as Maxx Justin and Mike Diamond, has died following a bicycle accident in Hayward, California.
The former wrestler was hit by a vehicle while cycling from work near Chabot College.
The All-Pro wrestling promotion confirmed the news in a post on X.
They said: "All Pro Wrestling is saddened to learn about the passing of APW Original, Mike Raybeck, professionally known as Maxx Justice and Mike Diamond.
"His life was cut short following a bicycle accident where he was struck by a vehicle near Chabot College last Friday.
"Our most sincere condolences go out to the family, friends and fans of Maxx Justice!"
Mike started his career at All Pro Wrestling's Boot Camp, where he became a five-time APW Universal Champion.
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