Oscar Pistorius set to meet victim Reeva Steenkamp’s father in new bid for freedom

KILLER Oscar Pistorius is a step closer to being released from jail after securing a key meeting with his victim’s father. The disgraced Paralympian shot dead girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013. APPistorius claimed he mistook Reeva Steenkamp for a burglar[/caption] He is soon to hold talks with Barry Steenkamp as part of a process that could lead to his release on parole. Pistorius, 35, was due to also meet Reeva’s mum June — who has said she has forgiven him. But the Steenkamps’ lawyer Tania Koen said: “At this moment, it’s a no from June.” Pistorius has served half his sentence of 13 years and five months. He shot Reeva saying he mistook her for a burglar at home in Pretoria, South Africa. READ MORE OSCAR PISTORIUS TWISTED WORDS Oscar Pistorius sent 'distressing' letter to family of ex in sick freedom bid REEVA REMEMBERED Who was Reeva Steenkamp and when was she killed by Oscar Pistorius? Most read in The Sun SIGHT TO BEHOLDEN Amanda Holden looks incredible as she goes braless in 60s inspired dress RUN AMOK We can't drop off our kids at school safely after council BANNED cars from gates top of the pops Katie Price’s son Junior hits number 1 within hours of releasing debut song through the keyhole All the Love Island stars' houses from Luca's pad to Ekin-Su's mansion KIDDING ME I’m a full time mum & trolled for my ‘filthy’ house - I’m just doing my best DADDY’S GIRL I’m knackered but dad is here to hold me up, says Deb James in heartfelt post ReutersOscar Pistorius is set to meet the father of victim Reeva Steenkamp[/caption] Dan Charity - The SunBarry Steenkamp is set to meet daughter Reeva’s killer Oscar Pistorius[/caption]