🔗 Share this article Outrage as Beloved South African DJ Killed in Johannesburg. DJ Warras was shot by a man with dreadlocks in the middle of the day, police say. A renowned South African media personality and entertainer has been fatally gunned down in the metropolis of Johannesburg, sending shockwaves across a country grappling with rampant crime. Warrick Stock, who went by the name DJ Warras, was attacked in the central business district on Tuesday afternoon. Police said the forty-year-old presenter was approached by a trio of assailants, with one shot at him before running away. The reason of the incident remains unclear and no suspects have been apprehended have been made, as per the official statement. Details of the Attack Law enforcement said that Stock was attacked as he was exiting a building in the vicinity of the Carlton Centre. He had devoted time at the building supervising the setup of safety equipment, which had been controversially occupied by unidentified individuals, it was reported. "It is alleged the deceased was approached by three unidentified men after parking his vehicle, and they began shooting at him before fleeing the scene on foot," authorities confirmed. Surveillance tape reportedly captured a man with dreadlocks and wearing what looked like a protective services outfit shooting on Stock before running away. The DJ tried to run away after he was wounded but collapsed a short distance away. Police added that Stock had an gun that was not fired and no items were stolen during the attack. Key evidence, like cartridges, were discovered at the scene. Call for Public Assistance Police have appealed anyone who saw the event who may have seen the suspects to contact them. "We know they traveled on foot after the attack, and officers have been attempting to locate them to establish their destination," stated a police chief. Outpouring of Grief His sister, a close relative, said the relatives are devastated to process his death. "Words fail me. I don't have words," were her words."We know he was a champion for numerous individuals. He spoke out bravely about issues not many people were willing to tackle. This is a tremendous loss." She requested the citizens to avoid sharing explicit content from the incident, explaining this was an extremely painful time, especially for Stock's children. His Professional Legacy Stock was the host of Ngicel' iVisa, a reality show that was broadcast on a popular local TV network. Beyond his role as a presenter, Stock was engaged in various business ventures, including private security, providing high-level security services and managing safety for high-profile events across South Africa. He was also understood to participate in real estate operations and participated in building evictions. Official and Public Tributes His murder has sent the nation reeling and led to an flood of condolences from his audience, the government and various organizations. A cabinet official said he was outraged and heartbroken by Stock's killing. "He was forthright boldly and honestly. He even spoke up against me and my policies as a minister. He was a true embodiment 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 media executive said that "DJ Warras was more than just a TV personality. He was a talented storyteller, a dedicated enthusiast of music and a warm soul who brought excitement and dynamism to every performance. His commitment to his craft left an indefinable mark." In a communication, the network he worked for affirmed Stock was known for his presence, warmth and quick humor, adding that his memory "will be remembered". A National Challenge South Africa, the African economic powerhouse, has one of the planet's most severe murder rates, fuelled by property crime and syndicate wars, with some dozens of citizens killed each day in a recent six-month period, based on government figures.
DJ Warras was shot by a man with dreadlocks in the middle of the day, police say. A renowned South African media personality and entertainer has been fatally gunned down in the metropolis of Johannesburg, sending shockwaves across a country grappling with rampant crime. Warrick Stock, who went by the name DJ Warras, was attacked in the central business district on Tuesday afternoon. Police said the forty-year-old presenter was approached by a trio of assailants, with one shot at him before running away. The reason of the incident remains unclear and no suspects have been apprehended have been made, as per the official statement. Details of the Attack Law enforcement said that Stock was attacked as he was exiting a building in the vicinity of the Carlton Centre. He had devoted time at the building supervising the setup of safety equipment, which had been controversially occupied by unidentified individuals, it was reported. "It is alleged the deceased was approached by three unidentified men after parking his vehicle, and they began shooting at him before fleeing the scene on foot," authorities confirmed. Surveillance tape reportedly captured a man with dreadlocks and wearing what looked like a protective services outfit shooting on Stock before running away. The DJ tried to run away after he was wounded but collapsed a short distance away. Police added that Stock had an gun that was not fired and no items were stolen during the attack. Key evidence, like cartridges, were discovered at the scene. Call for Public Assistance Police have appealed anyone who saw the event who may have seen the suspects to contact them. "We know they traveled on foot after the attack, and officers have been attempting to locate them to establish their destination," stated a police chief. Outpouring of Grief His sister, a close relative, said the relatives are devastated to process his death. "Words fail me. I don't have words," were her words."We know he was a champion for numerous individuals. He spoke out bravely about issues not many people were willing to tackle. This is a tremendous loss." She requested the citizens to avoid sharing explicit content from the incident, explaining this was an extremely painful time, especially for Stock's children. His Professional Legacy Stock was the host of Ngicel' iVisa, a reality show that was broadcast on a popular local TV network. Beyond his role as a presenter, Stock was engaged in various business ventures, including private security, providing high-level security services and managing safety for high-profile events across South Africa. He was also understood to participate in real estate operations and participated in building evictions. Official and Public Tributes His murder has sent the nation reeling and led to an flood of condolences from his audience, the government and various organizations. A cabinet official said he was outraged and heartbroken by Stock's killing. "He was forthright boldly and honestly. He even spoke up against me and my policies as a minister. He was a true embodiment 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 media executive said that "DJ Warras was more than just a TV personality. He was a talented storyteller, a dedicated enthusiast of music and a warm soul who brought excitement and dynamism to every performance. His commitment to his craft left an indefinable mark." In a communication, the network he worked for affirmed Stock was known for his presence, warmth and quick humor, adding that his memory "will be remembered". A National Challenge South Africa, the African economic powerhouse, has one of the planet's most severe murder rates, fuelled by property crime and syndicate wars, with some dozens of citizens killed each day in a recent six-month period, based on government figures.