🔗 Share this article Outrage as Beloved South African DJ Gunned Down in the Heart of Johannesburg. DJ Warras was gunned down by a man with dreadlocked hair in broad daylight, officials state. A renowned South African radio and club DJ has been fatally gunned down in the country's largest city Johannesburg, sending shockwaves across a country battling persistent crime. Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, was shot and killed in the central business district on the afternoon of Tuesday. Officials stated the forty-year-old entertainer was approached by a trio of assailants, one of whom opened fire on him before running away. The motive of the shooting is unknown and no arrests have been made, police said. How It Happened Law enforcement revealed that Stock was attacked as he was exiting a location near the city center landmark. He had devoted time at the site supervising the setup of security systems, which had been controversially occupied by unidentified individuals, as per local media. "Authorities believe the man was confronted by three unknown suspects after parking his vehicle, and they began shooting at him before running from the location on foot," an official report said. Surveillance tape reportedly captured a man with dreadlocks and wearing what resembled a guard's attire opening fire on Stock before running away. The DJ tried to run away after he was shot but fell down on the opposite side of the road. Officials noted that Stock had an weapon on his person and no items were stolen during the incident. Key evidence, like spent shells, were recovered from the crime scene. Call for Public Assistance Authorities have requested anyone who saw the event who may have have information to assist with the investigation. "Evidence suggests they walked a long distance after the shooting, and police have been tracking them to find their whereabouts," remarked an authority figure. Outpouring of Grief His sister, Nicole Stock, stated the loved ones are reeling to process his death. "Words fail me. I don't have words," she stated."It is clear he was a champion for numerous individuals. He addressed issues courageously about issues not many people were prepared to discuss. This is a tremendous loss." She urged the citizens to not sharing graphic images from the incident, noting this was an extremely painful time, especially for Stock's three sons. His Professional Legacy Stock was the star of Ngicel' iVisa, a reality show that premiered on a South African broadcasting platform. Beyond his role as a presenter, Stock was active in various business ventures, including protective services, offering elite guarding services and managing safety for high-profile events across South Africa. He was also said to be engaged in building administration and assisted with building evictions. National Shock His murder has shocked the country and prompted an wave of remembrances from his audience, the authorities and various organizations. A senior figure commented he was furious and grief-stricken by Stock's killing. "He was forthright fearlessly and impartially. He even criticized me and my decisions as a public official. He was a pure example of who we must aspire to be," the minister added. A political leader stated the "shocking killing of DJ Warras in the middle of the day is a shock for all South Africans". A industry leader said that "Stock was more than just a TV personality. He was a gifted communicator, a dedicated enthusiast of music and a generous spirit who brought happiness and vitality to every performance. His artistic passion left an indefinable mark." In a statement, the channel he worked for declared Stock was known for his magnetism, kindness and intelligent commentary, adding that his memory "will endure". Context of Crime South Africa, the continent's most industrialised nation, has one of the world's highest rates of violent death, exacerbated by theft-related violence and gang violence, with some dozens of citizens killed each day in a recent six-month period, as per official statistics.
DJ Warras was gunned down by a man with dreadlocked hair in broad daylight, officials state. A renowned South African radio and club DJ has been fatally gunned down in the country's largest city Johannesburg, sending shockwaves across a country battling persistent crime. Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, was shot and killed in the central business district on the afternoon of Tuesday. Officials stated the forty-year-old entertainer was approached by a trio of assailants, one of whom opened fire on him before running away. The motive of the shooting is unknown and no arrests have been made, police said. How It Happened Law enforcement revealed that Stock was attacked as he was exiting a location near the city center landmark. He had devoted time at the site supervising the setup of security systems, which had been controversially occupied by unidentified individuals, as per local media. "Authorities believe the man was confronted by three unknown suspects after parking his vehicle, and they began shooting at him before running from the location on foot," an official report said. Surveillance tape reportedly captured a man with dreadlocks and wearing what resembled a guard's attire opening fire on Stock before running away. The DJ tried to run away after he was shot but fell down on the opposite side of the road. Officials noted that Stock had an weapon on his person and no items were stolen during the incident. Key evidence, like spent shells, were recovered from the crime scene. Call for Public Assistance Authorities have requested anyone who saw the event who may have have information to assist with the investigation. "Evidence suggests they walked a long distance after the shooting, and police have been tracking them to find their whereabouts," remarked an authority figure. Outpouring of Grief His sister, Nicole Stock, stated the loved ones are reeling to process his death. "Words fail me. I don't have words," she stated."It is clear he was a champion for numerous individuals. He addressed issues courageously about issues not many people were prepared to discuss. This is a tremendous loss." She urged the citizens to not sharing graphic images from the incident, noting this was an extremely painful time, especially for Stock's three sons. His Professional Legacy Stock was the star of Ngicel' iVisa, a reality show that premiered on a South African broadcasting platform. Beyond his role as a presenter, Stock was active in various business ventures, including protective services, offering elite guarding services and managing safety for high-profile events across South Africa. He was also said to be engaged in building administration and assisted with building evictions. National Shock His murder has shocked the country and prompted an wave of remembrances from his audience, the authorities and various organizations. A senior figure commented he was furious and grief-stricken by Stock's killing. "He was forthright fearlessly and impartially. He even criticized me and my decisions as a public official. He was a pure example of who we must aspire to be," the minister added. A political leader stated the "shocking killing of DJ Warras in the middle of the day is a shock for all South Africans". A industry leader said that "Stock was more than just a TV personality. He was a gifted communicator, a dedicated enthusiast of music and a generous spirit who brought happiness and vitality to every performance. His artistic passion left an indefinable mark." In a statement, the channel he worked for declared Stock was known for his magnetism, kindness and intelligent commentary, adding that his memory "will endure". Context of Crime South Africa, the continent's most industrialised nation, has one of the world's highest rates of violent death, exacerbated by theft-related violence and gang violence, with some dozens of citizens killed each day in a recent six-month period, as per official statistics.