DJ Warras is dead
South Africa’s entertainment industry is mourning the tragic death of DJ Warras, who was shot and killed at the Carlton Centre in Johannesburg’s central business district on Tuesday, 16 December.
The slain DJ and nightlife personality was identified as Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras.
Businessman Rob Hersov confirmed the news in a video shared on social media, expressing deep shock and grief over the loss.
“I’ve just heard the news that my brother, my friend, my fellow supporter of Western civilisation and the Judeo-Christian faith, was murdered today in Johannesburg,” Hersov said.
“I just want to say he was the most loving, compassionate, friendly, honest, open, and decent human being, and it is a tragedy beyond belief. Warras, we love you. We miss you. May you rest in peace.”
At the time of reporting, official details were still emerging, but police have confirmed that a 40-year-old man was fatally shot shortly after parking his vehicle in the Johannesburg CBD.
According to the South African Police Service, the victim was approached by three unknown suspects who opened fire before fleeing the scene on foot.
“The motive for the shooting is currently unknown. No arrests have been made and investigations are continuing,” SAPS said in a statement.
DJ Warras was born in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, where he was raised by his mother and grandparents.
He began his media career at YFM in 2008 before moving into daytime radio in 2010, where listeners came to know him through the popular show Prime Mode alongside Shady Lurker.
He later went on to work as a radio DJ and television presenter, becoming a familiar and respected figure in South Africa’s entertainment and nightlife scene.
