🔗 Share this article Grief as Beloved South African DJ Gunned Down in the Heart of Johannesburg. Warrick Stock was shot by a man with dreadlocks in the middle of the day, police say. A renowned South African radio and club DJ has been fatally gunned down in the country's largest city Johannesburg, triggering widespread grief across a nation grappling with persistent crime. Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, was gunned down in the city centre on a Tuesday afternoon. Officials stated the forty-year-old media personality was accosted by three suspects, with one began shooting at him before escaping on foot. The reason of the shooting is unknown and no suspects have been apprehended are in custody, as per the official statement. The Fatal Incident Law enforcement indicated that Stock was attacked as he was exiting a premises in the vicinity of the Carlton Centre. He had spent several hours at the property supervising the installation of security systems, which had been controversially occupied by squatters, it was reported. "It is alleged the victim was approached by three unidentified men after parking his vehicle, and they opened fire at him before running from the location on foot," authorities stated. Security camera video reportedly depicted a man with dreadlocks and clad in what resembled a guard's attire shooting on Stock before running away. The DJ attempted to flee 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 assault. Key evidence, like cartridges, were discovered at the crime scene. Investigation Ongoing Authorities have requested members of the public who may have have information to contact them. "We know they covered significant ground after the shooting, and investigators have been following their trail to establish their location," stated a police chief. Outpouring of Grief His family member, Nicole Stock, expressed the loved ones are reeling to come to terms with the loss. "Words fail me. I don't have words," she said."Everyone understood he was a voice for many people. He spoke out bravely about subjects not many people were willing to tackle. This is a devastating blow." She requested the community to avoid sharing disturbing footage from the scene, saying this was an extremely painful time, especially for Stock's three sons. A Multifaceted Career Stock was the presenter of Ngicel' iVisa, a reality show that was broadcast on a popular local digital satellite entertainment channel. Beyond his work in broadcasting, Stock was engaged in various entrepreneurial pursuits, including security provision, providing high-level security services and managing safety for prestigious gatherings across South Africa. He was also understood to participate in real estate operations and was involved in building evictions. Condolences Pour In His death has shocked the country and prompted an outpouring of tributes from his audience, the authorities and various organizations. A government minister remarked he was angry and saddened by Stock's untimely death. "He expressed his views without fear or favour. 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 stated the "brazen murder of DJ Warras in broad daylight is a trauma for all South Africans". A broadcasting director noted that "Stock was far beyond a TV personality. He was a talented storyteller, a passionate music lover and a generous spirit who brought excitement and dynamism to every performance. His artistic passion left an indefinable mark." In a release, the broadcaster he worked for said Stock was known for his magnetism, warmth and quick humor, adding that his legacy "will endure". A National Challenge South Africa, the African economic powerhouse, has one of the planet's most severe murder rates, fuelled by robberies and organized criminal activity, with some dozens of citizens murdered daily between April and September, according to police data.
Warrick Stock was shot by a man with dreadlocks in the middle of the day, police say. A renowned South African radio and club DJ has been fatally gunned down in the country's largest city Johannesburg, triggering widespread grief across a nation grappling with persistent crime. Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, was gunned down in the city centre on a Tuesday afternoon. Officials stated the forty-year-old media personality was accosted by three suspects, with one began shooting at him before escaping on foot. The reason of the shooting is unknown and no suspects have been apprehended are in custody, as per the official statement. The Fatal Incident Law enforcement indicated that Stock was attacked as he was exiting a premises in the vicinity of the Carlton Centre. He had spent several hours at the property supervising the installation of security systems, which had been controversially occupied by squatters, it was reported. "It is alleged the victim was approached by three unidentified men after parking his vehicle, and they opened fire at him before running from the location on foot," authorities stated. Security camera video reportedly depicted a man with dreadlocks and clad in what resembled a guard's attire shooting on Stock before running away. The DJ attempted to flee 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 assault. Key evidence, like cartridges, were discovered at the crime scene. Investigation Ongoing Authorities have requested members of the public who may have have information to contact them. "We know they covered significant ground after the shooting, and investigators have been following their trail to establish their location," stated a police chief. Outpouring of Grief His family member, Nicole Stock, expressed the loved ones are reeling to come to terms with the loss. "Words fail me. I don't have words," she said."Everyone understood he was a voice for many people. He spoke out bravely about subjects not many people were willing to tackle. This is a devastating blow." She requested the community to avoid sharing disturbing footage from the scene, saying this was an extremely painful time, especially for Stock's three sons. A Multifaceted Career Stock was the presenter of Ngicel' iVisa, a reality show that was broadcast on a popular local digital satellite entertainment channel. Beyond his work in broadcasting, Stock was engaged in various entrepreneurial pursuits, including security provision, providing high-level security services and managing safety for prestigious gatherings across South Africa. He was also understood to participate in real estate operations and was involved in building evictions. Condolences Pour In His death has shocked the country and prompted an outpouring of tributes from his audience, the authorities and various organizations. A government minister remarked he was angry and saddened by Stock's untimely death. "He expressed his views without fear or favour. 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 stated the "brazen murder of DJ Warras in broad daylight is a trauma for all South Africans". A broadcasting director noted that "Stock was far beyond a TV personality. He was a talented storyteller, a passionate music lover and a generous spirit who brought excitement and dynamism to every performance. His artistic passion left an indefinable mark." In a release, the broadcaster he worked for said Stock was known for his magnetism, warmth and quick humor, adding that his legacy "will endure". A National Challenge South Africa, the African economic powerhouse, has one of the planet's most severe murder rates, fuelled by robberies and organized criminal activity, with some dozens of citizens murdered daily between April and September, according to police data.