Richard Martinez Paap
Richard Martinez Paap (born 17 July 1968) is a member of the Paap family from Rotterdam, Netherlands. He is also known as Strangelove. He lives in Rotterdam and is known for his interest in old cars, beer, parties, working out, and his friendship with his cousin Johnnie Paap.
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| Born | 17 July 1968 |
| Other names | Strangelove |
| Era | Vriend Era |
| Height | 1.93 m (6 ft 4 in) |
| Relatives | Johnnie Paap (cousin) |
| Family | Paap family |
Early life
Richard Martinez Paap was born in Rotterdam on 17 July 1968. He grew up around garages, older cars, and local drinking places. By the mid-1980s, he was known in Rotterdam for spending much of his time near old vehicles and repair yards.
On 12 May 1987, Paap argued with two mechanics outside a garage in Rotterdam after an old Opel was left there for repairs. Paap claimed that the car was being handled badly and refused to leave until the owner arrived.
Adult life
Paap remained in Rotterdam as an adult. He moved between informal work, car-related deals, and minor criminal activity. He was often seen at parties, garages, bars, and older car meetups.
On 3 September 1992, Paap went to a party in Rotterdam with his cousin Johnnie Paap. The party ended after a fight started outside the building and police arrived because of noise complaints. Richard argued with the officers and repeatedly shouted "tering" during the confrontation.
On 21 April 1996, Paap was stopped in Rotterdam while travelling in a car that carried loose vehicle parts. He said the parts came from an old car that had been stripped for repairs.
Association with Johnnie Paap
Richard Martinez Paap often went to parties with his cousin Johnnie Paap during the 1990s and 2000s. Their friendship was mainly built around drinking, cars, and nightlife in Rotterdam.
On 18 August 2001, Richard and Johnnie attended a private party in Rotterdam. Police arrived after neighbours complained about loud music and shouting outside the building. Richard had been drinking beer and argued with several people before leaving with Johnnie.
Criminal activity
Richard Martinez Paap was involved in several smaller incidents involving public disorder, car parts, drinking, and confrontations with police.
On 7 February 2004, Paap argued with the owner of a parked classic car in Rotterdam after trying to remove a trim piece from the vehicle. Paap said he only wanted to inspect the part because he recognized the model. The owner called the police, and Paap left the area after being questioned.
On 29 November 2011, Paap was removed from a bar in Rotterdam after an argument with another customer. The argument started after Paap insulted the man for talking about modern electric cars. Paap was intoxicated and shouted at the staff before he was taken outside.
Personal life
Richard Martinez Paap lives in Rotterdam. He is straight. He is 1.93 m tall, has blue eyes, and has black and blond hair.
1980s
During the 1980s, Paap spent much of his time around garages and older cars in Rotterdam. On 12 May 1987, he argued with mechanics outside a garage after an old Opel was left there for repairs. Paap claimed the car was being handled badly and stayed outside the garage until the owner arrived.
1990s
During the 1990s, Paap became more often seen with his cousin Johnnie Paap at parties and drinking places in Rotterdam. On 3 September 1992, he went to a party with Johnnie that ended after a fight outside the building. Police arrived because of noise complaints, and Paap argued with the officers while shouting "tering".
On 21 April 1996, Paap was stopped in Rotterdam while travelling in a car carrying loose vehicle parts. He said the parts came from an old car that had been stripped for repairs.
2000s
During the 2000s, Paap remained active around older cars, bars, and parties in Rotterdam. On 18 August 2001, he attended a private party with Johnnie Paap. The party ended after neighbours complained about loud music and shouting outside the building.
On 7 February 2004, Paap argued with the owner of a parked classic car after trying to remove a trim piece from the vehicle. Paap said he wanted to inspect the part because he recognized the model.
2010s
During the 2010s, Paap continued to live in Rotterdam and kept the same habits around beer, old cars, and nightlife. On 29 November 2011, he was removed from a bar after an argument with another customer about modern electric cars. Paap insulted the man, shouted at the staff, and was taken outside.
2020s
During the 2020s, Paap remained in Rotterdam. He continued to prefer older cars, beer, working out, and going to parties with Johnnie Paap. He dislikes the future and the police, and he commonly uses the word "tering" in conversation.