🔗 Share this article Outrage as Popular South African DJ Killed in Johannesburg. DJ Warras was shot by a individual with dreadlocks in the middle of the day, police say. A popular South African media personality and entertainer has been murdered in the country's largest city Johannesburg, causing national outrage across a country struggling with entrenched crime. Warrick Stock, who went by the name DJ Warras, was shot and killed in the downtown area on Tuesday afternoon. Authorities reported the 40-year-old presenter was confronted by a trio of assailants, one of whom shot at him before running away. The purpose behind the incident has not been established and no arrests have taken place, according to authorities. How It Happened Law enforcement said that Stock was targeted as he was leaving a premises near the Carlton Centre. He had spent several hours at the site supervising the installation of safety equipment, which had been controversially occupied by unknown people, as per local media. "It is alleged the victim was approached by three unknown suspects after parking his vehicle, and they opened fire at him before running from the location on foot," a police statement said. Surveillance tape showed a individual with dreadlocked hair and clad in what appeared to be a guard's attire firing shots on Stock before fleeing. The DJ sought to escape after he was shot but collapsed a short distance away. Police added that Stock had an gun that was not fired and it was not a robbery during the attack. Crucial forensic evidence, like spent shells, were found at the scene. Call for Public Assistance Officials are asking eyewitnesses who may have have information to come forward. "Our information indicates they covered significant ground after the shooting, and police have been following their trail to establish their destination," remarked an authority figure. Outpouring of Grief His sister, a close relative, stated the loved ones are reeling to process his death. "Words fail me. I am shattered," she stated."We know he was a voice for many people. He addressed issues courageously about issues not many people were prepared to discuss. This is a tremendous loss." She appealed to the community to avoid sharing graphic images from the scene, saying this was an extremely painful time, particularly for Stock's children. His Professional Legacy Stock was the host of Ngicel' iVisa, a reality show that was broadcast on a South African digital satellite entertainment channel. Apart from his role as a presenter, Stock was engaged in various entrepreneurial pursuits, including security provision, offering VIP protection services and securing high-profile events across South Africa. He was also understood to participate in building administration and was involved in tenant removals. Condolences Pour In His killing has shocked the country and led to an outpouring of tributes from his followers, the authorities and political parties. A cabinet official said he was furious and grief-stricken by Stock's untimely death. "He expressed his views fearlessly and impartially. He even criticized me and my policies as a public official. He was a pure example of who we should be," was his tribute. A public representative commented the "brazen murder of DJ Warras in broad daylight is a trauma for all South Africans". A industry leader said that "Stock was not merely a TV personality. He was a skilled narrator, a true devotee of sound and a kind-hearted individual who brought happiness and vitality to every appearance. His artistic passion left an indefinable mark." In a statement, the channel he worked for declared Stock was known for his magnetism, warmth and intelligent commentary, adding that his legacy "will live on". A National Challenge South Africa, the African economic powerhouse, has one of the planet's most severe homicide statistics, driven by theft-related violence and gang violence, with some dozens of citizens murdered daily according to recent data, as per police data.
DJ Warras was shot by a individual with dreadlocks in the middle of the day, police say. A popular South African media personality and entertainer has been murdered in the country's largest city Johannesburg, causing national outrage across a country struggling with entrenched crime. Warrick Stock, who went by the name DJ Warras, was shot and killed in the downtown area on Tuesday afternoon. Authorities reported the 40-year-old presenter was confronted by a trio of assailants, one of whom shot at him before running away. The purpose behind the incident has not been established and no arrests have taken place, according to authorities. How It Happened Law enforcement said that Stock was targeted as he was leaving a premises near the Carlton Centre. He had spent several hours at the site supervising the installation of safety equipment, which had been controversially occupied by unknown people, as per local media. "It is alleged the victim was approached by three unknown suspects after parking his vehicle, and they opened fire at him before running from the location on foot," a police statement said. Surveillance tape showed a individual with dreadlocked hair and clad in what appeared to be a guard's attire firing shots on Stock before fleeing. The DJ sought to escape after he was shot but collapsed a short distance away. Police added that Stock had an gun that was not fired and it was not a robbery during the attack. Crucial forensic evidence, like spent shells, were found at the scene. Call for Public Assistance Officials are asking eyewitnesses who may have have information to come forward. "Our information indicates they covered significant ground after the shooting, and police have been following their trail to establish their destination," remarked an authority figure. Outpouring of Grief His sister, a close relative, stated the loved ones are reeling to process his death. "Words fail me. I am shattered," she stated."We know he was a voice for many people. He addressed issues courageously about issues not many people were prepared to discuss. This is a tremendous loss." She appealed to the community to avoid sharing graphic images from the scene, saying this was an extremely painful time, particularly for Stock's children. His Professional Legacy Stock was the host of Ngicel' iVisa, a reality show that was broadcast on a South African digital satellite entertainment channel. Apart from his role as a presenter, Stock was engaged in various entrepreneurial pursuits, including security provision, offering VIP protection services and securing high-profile events across South Africa. He was also understood to participate in building administration and was involved in tenant removals. Condolences Pour In His killing has shocked the country and led to an outpouring of tributes from his followers, the authorities and political parties. A cabinet official said he was furious and grief-stricken by Stock's untimely death. "He expressed his views fearlessly and impartially. He even criticized me and my policies as a public official. He was a pure example of who we should be," was his tribute. A public representative commented the "brazen murder of DJ Warras in broad daylight is a trauma for all South Africans". A industry leader said that "Stock was not merely a TV personality. He was a skilled narrator, a true devotee of sound and a kind-hearted individual who brought happiness and vitality to every appearance. His artistic passion left an indefinable mark." In a statement, the channel he worked for declared Stock was known for his magnetism, warmth and intelligent commentary, adding that his legacy "will live on". A National Challenge South Africa, the African economic powerhouse, has one of the planet's most severe homicide statistics, driven by theft-related violence and gang violence, with some dozens of citizens murdered daily according to recent data, as per police data.