🔗 Share this article Shock as Renowned South African DJ Shot Dead in the City of Johannesburg. DJ Warras was gunned down by a individual with dreadlocks in the middle of the day, officials state. A prominent South African radio and club DJ has been fatally gunned down in the country's largest city Johannesburg, causing national outrage across a country grappling with rampant crime. Warrick Stock, who went by the name DJ Warras, was attacked in the downtown area on Tuesday afternoon. Police said the 40-year-old media personality was approached by three suspects, with one began shooting at him before running away. The purpose behind the shooting remains unclear and no one has been arrested have been made, according to authorities. Details of the Attack Law enforcement said that Stock was ambushed as he was exiting a building close to the Carlton Centre. He had devoted time at the site supervising the implementation of security systems, which had been controversially occupied by unknown people, as per local media. "It is alleged the man was approached by three unidentified men after he parked his car, and they opened fire at him before fleeing the scene on foot," authorities stated. Security camera video reportedly depicted a man with dreadlocks and wearing what resembled a guard's attire opening fire on Stock before running away. The DJ sought to escape after he was wounded but succumbed to his injuries a short distance away. Officials noted that Stock had an weapon on his person and no items were stolen during the assault. Important clues, like bullet casings, were recovered from the location. Investigation Ongoing Officials are asking eyewitnesses who may have have information to come forward. "Evidence suggests they covered significant ground after the shooting, and police have been attempting to locate them to determine their whereabouts," added an official. A Nation in Mourning His family member, a close relative, stated the loved ones are reeling to come to terms with the loss. "I am in shock. I don't have words," were her words."Everyone understood he was a representative for countless citizens. He was a fearless commentator about subjects not many people were ready to discuss. This is a tremendous loss." She appealed to the community to not sharing explicit content from the incident, noting this was an deeply traumatic time, above all for Stock's three sons. His Professional Legacy Stock was the star of Ngicel' iVisa, a reality show that was broadcast on a South African broadcasting platform. Beyond his work in broadcasting, Stock was engaged in various commercial activities, including protective services, offering elite guarding services and managing safety for high-profile events across South Africa. He was also reportedly involved in building administration and participated in building evictions. National Shock His killing has shocked the country and led to an wave of remembrances from his audience, the government and various organizations. A senior figure commented he was angry and saddened by Stock's untimely death. "He spoke his truth fearlessly and impartially. He even challenged me and my decisions as a public official. He was a pure example of who we ought to be," was his tribute. A political leader commented the "brazen murder of DJ Warras in the middle of the day is a tragedy for all South Africans". A broadcasting director expressed that "DJ Warras was not merely a face of a reality series. He was a skilled narrator, a dedicated enthusiast of music and a warm soul who brought excitement and dynamism to every moment on screen. His commitment to his craft left an lasting impression." In a statement, the network he worked for said Stock was known for his magnetism, kindness and quick humor, adding that his legacy "will live on". Context of Crime South Africa, the region's leading economy, has one of the world's highest homicide statistics, fuelled by property crime and syndicate wars, with some dozens of citizens losing their lives per day between April and September, based on police data.
DJ Warras was gunned down by a individual with dreadlocks in the middle of the day, officials state. A prominent South African radio and club DJ has been fatally gunned down in the country's largest city Johannesburg, causing national outrage across a country grappling with rampant crime. Warrick Stock, who went by the name DJ Warras, was attacked in the downtown area on Tuesday afternoon. Police said the 40-year-old media personality was approached by three suspects, with one began shooting at him before running away. The purpose behind the shooting remains unclear and no one has been arrested have been made, according to authorities. Details of the Attack Law enforcement said that Stock was ambushed as he was exiting a building close to the Carlton Centre. He had devoted time at the site supervising the implementation of security systems, which had been controversially occupied by unknown people, as per local media. "It is alleged the man was approached by three unidentified men after he parked his car, and they opened fire at him before fleeing the scene on foot," authorities stated. Security camera video reportedly depicted a man with dreadlocks and wearing what resembled a guard's attire opening fire on Stock before running away. The DJ sought to escape after he was wounded but succumbed to his injuries a short distance away. Officials noted that Stock had an weapon on his person and no items were stolen during the assault. Important clues, like bullet casings, were recovered from the location. Investigation Ongoing Officials are asking eyewitnesses who may have have information to come forward. "Evidence suggests they covered significant ground after the shooting, and police have been attempting to locate them to determine their whereabouts," added an official. A Nation in Mourning His family member, a close relative, stated the loved ones are reeling to come to terms with the loss. "I am in shock. I don't have words," were her words."Everyone understood he was a representative for countless citizens. He was a fearless commentator about subjects not many people were ready to discuss. This is a tremendous loss." She appealed to the community to not sharing explicit content from the incident, noting this was an deeply traumatic time, above all for Stock's three sons. His Professional Legacy Stock was the star of Ngicel' iVisa, a reality show that was broadcast on a South African broadcasting platform. Beyond his work in broadcasting, Stock was engaged in various commercial activities, including protective services, offering elite guarding services and managing safety for high-profile events across South Africa. He was also reportedly involved in building administration and participated in building evictions. National Shock His killing has shocked the country and led to an wave of remembrances from his audience, the government and various organizations. A senior figure commented he was angry and saddened by Stock's untimely death. "He spoke his truth fearlessly and impartially. He even challenged me and my decisions as a public official. He was a pure example of who we ought to be," was his tribute. A political leader commented the "brazen murder of DJ Warras in the middle of the day is a tragedy for all South Africans". A broadcasting director expressed that "DJ Warras was not merely a face of a reality series. He was a skilled narrator, a dedicated enthusiast of music and a warm soul who brought excitement and dynamism to every moment on screen. His commitment to his craft left an lasting impression." In a statement, the network he worked for said Stock was known for his magnetism, kindness and quick humor, adding that his legacy "will live on". Context of Crime South Africa, the region's leading economy, has one of the world's highest homicide statistics, fuelled by property crime and syndicate wars, with some dozens of citizens losing their lives per day between April and September, based on police data.