🔗 Share this article Grief as Beloved South African DJ Killed in the Heart of Johannesburg. DJ Warras was shot by a man with dreadlocks in broad daylight, authorities report. A popular South African radio and club DJ has been murdered in the country's largest city Johannesburg, causing national outrage across a nation grappling with rampant crime. Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, was attacked in the downtown area on the afternoon of Tuesday. Authorities reported the 40-year-old entertainer was accosted by a trio of assailants, one of whom shot at him before fleeing on foot. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear and no one has been arrested are in custody, according to authorities. The Fatal Incident Law enforcement said that Stock was targeted as he was exiting a location in the vicinity of the city center landmark. He had been present for hours at the property supervising the installation of safety equipment, which had been illegally inhabited by squatters, it was reported. "The report indicates the victim was confronted by three unidentified men after he parked his car, and they shot at him before escaping on foot," authorities stated. CCTV footage reportedly depicted a man with dreadlocks and dressed in what appeared to be a security uniform shooting on Stock before fleeing. The DJ sought to escape after he was wounded but collapsed across the street. Police added that Stock had an unused firearm and nothing was taken during the assault. Key evidence, like cartridges, were discovered at the scene. Appeal for Witnesses Authorities have requested anyone who saw the event who may have have information to contact them. "Our information indicates they traveled on foot after the shooting, and officers have been tracking them to find their whereabouts," stated a police chief. Family and Public Reaction His family member, Nicole Stock, said the loved ones are reeling to understand the tragedy. "Words fail me. I am shattered," she said."It is clear he was a champion for numerous individuals. He addressed issues courageously about topics not many people were willing to discuss. This is a tremendous loss." She appealed to the community to refrain from sharing disturbing footage from the scene, noting this was an incredibly difficult time, particularly for Stock's three sons. A Multifaceted Career Stock was the presenter of Ngicel' iVisa, a reality show that premiered on a South African broadcasting platform. Apart from his role as a presenter, Stock was involved in various commercial activities, including security provision, providing VIP protection services and managing safety for prestigious gatherings across South Africa. He was also reportedly involved in property management and assisted with building evictions. Official and Public Tributes His murder has caused national trauma and prompted an outpouring of tributes from his followers, the authorities and political parties. A cabinet official said he was angry and saddened by Stock's murder. "He expressed his views boldly and honestly. He even criticized me and my actions as a public official. He was a shining model of who we ought to be," he stated. A public representative said the "brazen murder of DJ Warras in broad daylight is a trauma for all South Africans". A broadcasting director expressed that "Stock was not merely a face of a reality series. He was a gifted communicator, a true devotee of sound and a warm soul who brought joy and energy to every performance. His dedication to creativity left an lasting impression." In a release, the broadcaster he worked for affirmed Stock was known for his magnetism, approachability and sharp wit, adding that his memory "will live on". The Broader Picture South Africa, the region's leading economy, has one of the planet's most severe murder rates, fuelled by robberies and syndicate wars, with some 63 people losing their lives per day between April and September, based on official statistics.
DJ Warras was shot by a man with dreadlocks in broad daylight, authorities report. A popular South African radio and club DJ has been murdered in the country's largest city Johannesburg, causing national outrage across a nation grappling with rampant crime. Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, was attacked in the downtown area on the afternoon of Tuesday. Authorities reported the 40-year-old entertainer was accosted by a trio of assailants, one of whom shot at him before fleeing on foot. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear and no one has been arrested are in custody, according to authorities. The Fatal Incident Law enforcement said that Stock was targeted as he was exiting a location in the vicinity of the city center landmark. He had been present for hours at the property supervising the installation of safety equipment, which had been illegally inhabited by squatters, it was reported. "The report indicates the victim was confronted by three unidentified men after he parked his car, and they shot at him before escaping on foot," authorities stated. CCTV footage reportedly depicted a man with dreadlocks and dressed in what appeared to be a security uniform shooting on Stock before fleeing. The DJ sought to escape after he was wounded but collapsed across the street. Police added that Stock had an unused firearm and nothing was taken during the assault. Key evidence, like cartridges, were discovered at the scene. Appeal for Witnesses Authorities have requested anyone who saw the event who may have have information to contact them. "Our information indicates they traveled on foot after the shooting, and officers have been tracking them to find their whereabouts," stated a police chief. Family and Public Reaction His family member, Nicole Stock, said the loved ones are reeling to understand the tragedy. "Words fail me. I am shattered," she said."It is clear he was a champion for numerous individuals. He addressed issues courageously about topics not many people were willing to discuss. This is a tremendous loss." She appealed to the community to refrain from sharing disturbing footage from the scene, noting this was an incredibly difficult time, particularly for Stock's three sons. A Multifaceted Career Stock was the presenter of Ngicel' iVisa, a reality show that premiered on a South African broadcasting platform. Apart from his role as a presenter, Stock was involved in various commercial activities, including security provision, providing VIP protection services and managing safety for prestigious gatherings across South Africa. He was also reportedly involved in property management and assisted with building evictions. Official and Public Tributes His murder has caused national trauma and prompted an outpouring of tributes from his followers, the authorities and political parties. A cabinet official said he was angry and saddened by Stock's murder. "He expressed his views boldly and honestly. He even criticized me and my actions as a public official. He was a shining model of who we ought to be," he stated. A public representative said the "brazen murder of DJ Warras in broad daylight is a trauma for all South Africans". A broadcasting director expressed that "Stock was not merely a face of a reality series. He was a gifted communicator, a true devotee of sound and a warm soul who brought joy and energy to every performance. His dedication to creativity left an lasting impression." In a release, the broadcaster he worked for affirmed Stock was known for his magnetism, approachability and sharp wit, adding that his memory "will live on". The Broader Picture South Africa, the region's leading economy, has one of the planet's most severe murder rates, fuelled by robberies and syndicate wars, with some 63 people losing their lives per day between April and September, based on official statistics.