đź”— Share this article Outrage as Beloved South African DJ Gunned Down in the Heart of Johannesburg. Warrick Stock was shot by a suspect with dreadlocks in broad daylight, police say. A popular South African media personality and entertainer has been murdered in the metropolis of Johannesburg, causing national outrage across a nation 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 presenter was confronted by three individuals, with one shot at him before escaping on foot. The motive behind the incident has not been established and no one has been arrested are in custody, according to authorities. The Fatal Incident Police revealed that Stock was targeted as he was departing from a premises in the vicinity of the city center landmark. He had been present for hours at the site supervising the implementation of safety equipment, which had been illegally inhabited by unidentified individuals, according to reports. "Authorities believe the victim was approached by three unknown suspects after he parked his car, and they opened fire at him before escaping on foot," an official report stated. CCTV footage showed a man with dreadlocks and wearing what resembled a security uniform firing shots on Stock before fleeing. The DJ attempted to flee after he was hit but collapsed across the street. Police added that Stock had an weapon on his person and it was not a robbery during the attack. Important clues, like spent shells, were found at the scene. Call for Public Assistance Authorities have requested anyone who saw the event who may have have information to assist with the investigation. "Our information indicates they walked a long distance after the shooting, and police have been tracking them to determine their location," remarked an authority figure. A Nation in Mourning His sister, Nicole Stock, expressed the relatives are devastated to understand the tragedy. "I am devastated. I cannot express the pain," were her words."It is clear he was a champion for numerous individuals. He addressed issues courageously about topics not many people were ready to discuss. This is a profound tragedy." She appealed to the public to refrain from sharing disturbing footage from the scene, noting this was an incredibly difficult time, particularly for Stock's children. His Professional Legacy Stock was the host of Ngicel' iVisa, a series that aired on a South African broadcasting platform. Beyond his media career, Stock was engaged in various commercial activities, including private security, supplying high-level security services and protecting prestigious gatherings across South Africa. He was also reportedly involved in property management and participated in building evictions. Condolences Pour In His murder has shocked the country and prompted an flood of condolences from his followers, the government and political parties. A government minister said he was angry and saddened by Stock's murder. "He spoke his truth fearlessly and impartially. He even criticized me and my policies as a public official. He was a true embodiment of who we ought to be," the minister added. A political leader said the "audacious attack of DJ Warras in broad daylight is a trauma for all South Africans". A media executive noted that "Stock was not merely a face of a reality series. He was a gifted communicator, a dedicated enthusiast of music and a warm soul who brought joy and energy to every appearance. His dedication to creativity left an profound impact." In a statement, the channel he worked for affirmed Stock was known for his magnetism, warmth and intelligent commentary, adding that his legacy "will endure". A National Challenge South Africa, the continent's most industrialised nation, has one of the world's highest murder rates, exacerbated by robberies and syndicate wars, with some over sixty individuals killed each day according to recent data, based on police data.
Warrick Stock was shot by a suspect with dreadlocks in broad daylight, police say. A popular South African media personality and entertainer has been murdered in the metropolis of Johannesburg, causing national outrage across a nation 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 presenter was confronted by three individuals, with one shot at him before escaping on foot. The motive behind the incident has not been established and no one has been arrested are in custody, according to authorities. The Fatal Incident Police revealed that Stock was targeted as he was departing from a premises in the vicinity of the city center landmark. He had been present for hours at the site supervising the implementation of safety equipment, which had been illegally inhabited by unidentified individuals, according to reports. "Authorities believe the victim was approached by three unknown suspects after he parked his car, and they opened fire at him before escaping on foot," an official report stated. CCTV footage showed a man with dreadlocks and wearing what resembled a security uniform firing shots on Stock before fleeing. The DJ attempted to flee after he was hit but collapsed across the street. Police added that Stock had an weapon on his person and it was not a robbery during the attack. Important clues, like spent shells, were found at the scene. Call for Public Assistance Authorities have requested anyone who saw the event who may have have information to assist with the investigation. "Our information indicates they walked a long distance after the shooting, and police have been tracking them to determine their location," remarked an authority figure. A Nation in Mourning His sister, Nicole Stock, expressed the relatives are devastated to understand the tragedy. "I am devastated. I cannot express the pain," were her words."It is clear he was a champion for numerous individuals. He addressed issues courageously about topics not many people were ready to discuss. This is a profound tragedy." She appealed to the public to refrain from sharing disturbing footage from the scene, noting this was an incredibly difficult time, particularly for Stock's children. His Professional Legacy Stock was the host of Ngicel' iVisa, a series that aired on a South African broadcasting platform. Beyond his media career, Stock was engaged in various commercial activities, including private security, supplying high-level security services and protecting prestigious gatherings across South Africa. He was also reportedly involved in property management and participated in building evictions. Condolences Pour In His murder has shocked the country and prompted an flood of condolences from his followers, the government and political parties. A government minister said he was angry and saddened by Stock's murder. "He spoke his truth fearlessly and impartially. He even criticized me and my policies as a public official. He was a true embodiment of who we ought to be," the minister added. A political leader said the "audacious attack of DJ Warras in broad daylight is a trauma for all South Africans". A media executive noted that "Stock was not merely a face of a reality series. He was a gifted communicator, a dedicated enthusiast of music and a warm soul who brought joy and energy to every appearance. His dedication to creativity left an profound impact." In a statement, the channel he worked for affirmed Stock was known for his magnetism, warmth and intelligent commentary, adding that his legacy "will endure". A National Challenge South Africa, the continent's most industrialised nation, has one of the world's highest murder rates, exacerbated by robberies and syndicate wars, with some over sixty individuals killed each day according to recent data, based on police data.