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Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Former WWE wrestler Mike Raybeck passes away in a tragic road accident
(Image via Instagram/@allprowrestling) Just a week after former WWE legend Sabu's death, another tragic news has shocked the wrestling industry after former WWE wrestler passed away in a tragic road accident. Mike Raybeck , known to wrestling fans as Maxx Justice and Mike Diamond, died on May 18, 2025, following a tragic bicycle accident in Hayward, California. Raybeck was a famous personality in the wrestling industry. The former wrestler was a part of the WWF in 1996. Reports suggest that Raybeck wrestled for eight years, and his last documented match was in 2002 for Pro Wrestling NOAH. He had three games for the WWF in 1996. In 1998, he competed in a dark match for WCW. The late wrestler also formed the original Border Patrol tag team alongside Michael Modest, another APW alumnus. Former WWF and WCW wrestler Mike Raybeck dies in a tragic road mishap Former WWF and WCW wrestler Mike Raybeck passed away on May 18, 2025, in a tragic road accident in California when he was knocked off by another vehicle. He breathed his last at the age of 63. According to Ringside News , the former wrestler was struck by a vehicle while riding home from work. He was reportedly picking up medication at the time of the incident. After his sudden demise in a road mishap, the California-based All Pro Wrestling promotion confirmed the news of Mike Raybeck's passing. In an official statement, All Pro Wrestling wrote, 'All Pro Wrestling is saddened to learn about the passing of APW Original, Mike Raybeck, professionally known as Maxx Justice and Mike Diamond. A 5x APW Universal Champion, Mike was a graduate of the All Pro Wrestling Boot Camp. At 6'5 and north of 250lbs, he was a standout on the California independent scene.' 'Adopting the moniker Maxx Justice, he formed the original incarnation of the Border Patrol tag team with fellow APW alumni, Michael Modest. Justice would go on to wrestle internationally in both Mexico and Japan, as well as receiving tryouts in WWF (WWE) and WCW. Not to mention a having one of the more memorable moments in the Beyond The Mat documentary.' Full Match: Vinnie Massaro VS Maxx Justice APW 5.22.99 The promotional and training school also reported, 'Mike would go on to work for the city of Hayward as a maintenance mechanic. 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! Rest in Power, thank you for your contributions and for helping pave the way.' Raybeck's passing was acknowledged during a Hayward City Council meeting on May 13th, where they held a moment of silence and lowered the flags in his memory. Also Read : WWE legend Jim Ross diagnosed with colon cancer, Set for surgery soon | - The Times of India Moreover, in loving memory of the wrestler, the city plans to plant a tree for his years of service as a utilities maintenance mechanic in the public works department. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
NDTV
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Wrestling Star Maxx Justice Dies After Being Hit By Vehicle While Cycling Home
Wrestling star Mike Raybeck, best known professionally as Maxx Justice and Mike Diamond, has died at the age of 63 after being struck by a vehicle while cycling home from work. The incident took place last week when Mr Raybeck was cycling near Chabot College in Hayward, California. The six-foot-five, 250lb wrestler was a prominent figure in the California wrestling scene and even competed in three matches for the WWE (then WWF). He started his career at All Pro Wrestling's (APW) Boot Camp, where he became a five-time APW Universal Champion. "All Pro Wrestling is saddened to learn about the passing of APW Original, Mike Raybeck, professionally known as Maxx Justice and Mike Diamond," APW paid tributes in a social media post. "Adopting the moniker Maxx Justice, he formed the original incarnation of the Border Patrol tag team with fellow APW alumni, Michael Modest. Justice would go on to wrestle internationally in both Mexico and Japan as well as receiving tryouts in WWF (WWE) and WCW." "Our most sincere condolences go out to the family, friends and fans of Maxx Justice! Rest in Power, thank you for your contributions and for helping pave the way." View this post on Instagram A post shared by All Pro Wrestling • Est. 1991 (@allprowrestling) Tributes pour in Fans and social media users expressed their shock at the untimely death and paid their condolences to Mr Raybeck's family. "This sucks, he was really a sweetheart of a guy," said one user while another added: "Saw Maxx Justice at Pinole Valley High back in like 99/00. Dude was legit fr." A third commented: Rest in Peace Maxx Justice. In the ring, one of the most intimidating men I've ever encountered, but behind the scenes a true sweetheart. Thanks for welcoming me to APW like you did, big man. Rest in Peace Maxx Justice. In the ring, one of the most intimidating men I've ever encountered, but behind the scenes a true sweetheart. Thanks for welcoming me to APW like you did, big man. 🙏🏻❤️ — Christopher Daniels (@facdaniels) May 18, 2025 Mr Raybeck's contribution was recognised by the Hayward City Council, who held a minute's silence at their latest meeting and lowered flags to half mast.
Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Former WWE star dies after wrestler knocked off bike by vehicle
Mike Raybeck, who wrestled under the aliases Maxx Justice and Mike Diamond during a career with various wrestling promotions, has died after being knocked off his bike Maxx Justice, a wrestler who competed in WWE among other promotions, has died at the age of 63. The star, real name Mike Raybeck, died after being knocked off his bike. The wrestler, who was also known as Mike Diamond, was active in the 1990s and early 2000s. Most of his career was spent with All Pro Wrestling, but he also competed in WWE when it was still under its previous name the World Wrestling Federation. "All Pro Wrestling is saddened to learn about the passing of APW Original, Mike Raybeck professionally known as Maxx Justice and Mike Diamond," the promotion wrote in an Instagram post. "A 5x APW Universal Champion, Mike was a graduate of the All Pro Wrestling Boot Camp. At 6'5 and north of 250lbs he was a stand out on the California independent scene. "Adopting the moniker Maxx Justice, he formed the original incarnation of the Border Patrol tag team with fellow APW alumni, Michael Modest. Justice would go on to wrestle internationally in both Mexico and Japan as well as receiving tryouts in WWF (WWE) and WCW. Not to mention a having one of the more memorable moments in the Beyond The Mat documentary. "Mike would go on to work for the city of Hayward as a maintenance mechanic. 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! Rest in Power, thank you for your contributions and for helping pave the way." Fellow wrestler Tony Fury was among those to pay tribute. "Just found out that an OG #APW brother has passed away," he wrote. "Michael Raybeck wrestled as Mike Diamond and later as Maxx Justice. He & @MICHAELMODEST wrestled as the Border Patrol. I was fortunate to have trained with him in the early days of APW. Rest easy." Fury shared a post from the Hayward City Council in California, where Raybeck is understood to have been working at the time of his death. "The Hayward City Council convened on May 13, 2025, to address various community matters, beginning with a somber announcement regarding the tragic passing of longtime city employee Mike Raybeck," the countil said. "The council observed a moment of silence and lowered flags at city properties to honor Raybeck, who was a utilities maintenance mechanic in the public works department. Raybeck, who had been with the city since March 16, 2009, lost his life in a bicycle accident near Chabot College on Friday. He was struck by a vehicle while riding home from work, where he had gone to pick up medications. "The council expressed deep sorrow over the loss, highlighting Raybeck's dedication to his work and the community. His supervisor, Dan Megalis, shared fond memories of Raybeck, noting his enthusiasm for technology and his passion for hobbies, including remote-controlled vehicles and professional wrestling, where he performed under the persona 'Maxx Justice.
Scottish Sun
18-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
WWE star Maxx Justice dead: Wrestler killed after being hit by vehicle cycling home from work
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) 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, as confirmed by All-Pro Wrestling promotion on social media. 4 Mike Raybeck (left), also known as Maxx Justice, has passed away aged 63 Credit: instagram/@allprowrestling 4 All-Pro Wrestling promotion posted the tragic news on X Credit: instagram/@allprowrestling 4 Mike Raybeck was a five-time APW Universal Champion Credit: YouTube/AllProWrestling The former wrestler was on his way home from work when he was fatally struck. In a post on X, All-Pro Wrestling promotion 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!" Wrestling fans have flooded social media with heartfelt tributes to the WWE star. One user wrote: "This sucks, he was really a sweetheart of a guy." "Saw Maxx Justice at Pinole Valley High back in like 99/00 Dude was legit fr," another added. A third commented: "RIP." Mike started his career at All Pro Wrestling's Boot Camp, where he became a five-time APW Universal Champion. The six-foot-five, 250lb wrestler became a prominent figure in the California wrestling scene and later competed in three matches for the WWF. Wrestling icon dies suddenly aged 60 less than two weeks after last match Mike would later star in the wrestling documentary called Beyond the Mat. It comes after wrestling legend Sabu passed away at the age of 60. Terry Brunk, known by his ring name "Sabu", was a three-time World Heavyweight Champion and held the ECW World Heavyweight Championship twice. The pro wrestler also held the NWA World Heavyweight Championship once. Sabu wrestled his final match on April 18 in Las Vegas for GCW during WrestleMania weekend, where he defeated Joey Janela. He is said to have made his final public appearance at the Tri-State Wrestling Alliance reunion show convention last weekend. All Elite Wrestling (AEW) posted an image of Sabu on X, with the text "In Memory of Sabu 1964 - 2025" written on it. AEW wrote in the caption: "The wrestling world mourns the passing of Sabu. "From barbed wire battles to unforgettable high-risk moments, Sabu gave everything to professional wrestling. "Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and his fans."
Daily Mail
18-05-2025
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Maxx Justice dead at 63: WWE legend killed after being hit by a vehicle while cycling home - as tributes pour in for former wrestler
Tributes have been paid to wrestler Maxx Justice, who has died at the age of 63 after being hit by a car last week. Mike Raybeck, 63, had been best known professionally by the names Maxx Justice and Mike Diamond. The All Pro Wrestling released a statement confirming his death of Friday following a tragic accident. The promotion said the wrestler had been cycling home from his job as a maintenance mechanic when he was struck by a vehicle. 'All Pro Wrestling is saddened to learn about the passing of APW Original, Mike Raybeck professionally known as Maxx Justice and Mike Diamond,' a statement read. 'A 5x APW Universal Champion, Mike was a graduate of the All Pro Wrestling Boot Camp. At 6'5 and north of 250lbs he was a stand out on the California independent scene. 'Adopting the moniker Maxx Justice, he formed the original incarnation of the Border Patrol tag team with fellow APW alumni, Michael Modest. 'Justice would go on to wrestle internationally in both Mexico and Japan as well as receiving tryouts in WWF (WWE) and WCW. Not to mention a having one of the more memorable moments in the Beyond The Mat documentary. 'Mike would go on to work for the city of Hayward as a maintenance mechanic. 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! 'Rest in Power, thank you for your contributions and for helping pave the way.' In addition to his wrestling career, Raybeck worked as a maintenance mechanic for 16 years. His contribution was recognised by the Hayward City Council, who held a minutes' silence at their latest meeting and lowered flags to half mast.
