Authorities in Gauteng province are conducting a murder investigation following the fatal shooting of 40-year-old Warrick Stock, a former disc jockey known professionally as DJ Warras. The incident occurred in the Johannesburg Central Business District on Tuesday. Police have not yet identified any suspects and are continuing their investigation.
According to official police statements, Stock was shot four times during the daytime. The shooting took place in a public area of the city, prompting a response from law enforcement who secured the scene to gather evidence.
Gauteng Deputy Police Commissioner Fred Kekana addressed the media regarding the initial findings. He confirmed that investigators recovered evidence from the location of the shooting.
“Key evidence, like cartridges, were discovered at the scene,” Kekana stated. He said that law enforcement is actively pursuing leads related to the case.
At this stage of the investigation, authorities have not released any information concerning a possible motive for the shooting. Stock was known in the Johannesburg entertainment industry for his work as a DJ.
No arrests have been made in connection with the case. Police officials have appealed to the public for any information that may assist in their investigation and have asked potential witnesses to come forward. The investigation remains active.
