Mark Lifman
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Mark Lifman (1965 – 3 November 2024) was a South African businessman associated with organized crime in Cape Town.
Known for his involvement in nightclub security and alleged protection rackets, Lifman faced multiple serious charges over the years, including murder, attempted murder, money laundering, gang-related offences, and tax evasion.[1] He was a suspect in the 2017 murder case of Brian Wainstein, a steroid dealer known as the "Steroid King", for which he was out on bail and due to appear in court on 4 November 2024. On 3 November Lifman was assassinated in a hail of bullets outside the Garden Route Mall in George, Western Cape. His death has raised concerns about potential impacts on Cape Town's organized crime networks.[2][3]
Lifman's business activities centered around real estate and nightlife sectors in Cape Town. While he maintained that his enterprises were legitimate, his name frequently surfaced in connection with alleged protection rackets in the area. Reports indicate that Lifman and associates allegedly sought payments from nightclub and restaurant owners for security services, though these activities have not been confirmed in court.[4][5]