Mzansi is reeling in shock after DJ and TV host Warrick Stock, who was popularly known as DJ Warras, was shot and killed in front of the Carlton Centre, a well-known landmark in the Johannesburg Central Business District.
Warras was known for standing up against crime, and he is said to have been inspecting a hijacked building when he met his untimely death.
The police have confirmed the incident, and revealed that there were three men pursuing Warras, with one posing as a security guard that wore uniform. The police shared that he was shot by a short man who had dreadlocks.
Police have confirmed they have video footage of the suspects..
Warrick Stock | DJ Warraspic.twitter.com/dDpOFT3Dk6— Peché Africa 🇿🇦 (@pmcafrica) December 16, 2025
X (formerly Twitter) users shared their tributes and condolences.
DJ Warras ❤️ Warrick Stock.
Loving father. Deep South African patriot. A passionate Zulu man. A fucking awesome brother. Hard worker. No-nonsense straight talker.
Love you bro ❤️ Fuck… pic.twitter.com/jZRhoKkvdq
— Penuel The Black Pen (@GodPenuel) December 16, 2025
Sad news indeed. The murder of Warrick Stock, a.k.a DJ Warras is yet another episode of South Africa’s culture of violence.
Our heartfelt condolences, especially to his family.
May his soul rest in peace. & His killer’s brought to swift justice! We need to silence the guns, win…
— Mbuyiseni Ndlozi (@MbuyiseniNdlozi) December 16, 2025
Eish Warras you took it easy man, take it home Charlie. 😔💔
Warrick Stock | JHB CBD | #RIPDJWarras pic.twitter.com/xuPq8oReGu
— T H U T O (@ThutoMolanokaTK) December 16, 2025
The Shady Lurker, as he called himself, was currently hosting a Mzansi Magic reality show, Ng’celi Visa. He is remembered for his candid opinions and vibrant presence on air. He also had a significant impact on the South African music and entertainment scene.
Also see: Popular South African DJ Warras tragically shot dead in Johannesburg
