Unconfirmed reports suggest former 5FM and Cliff Central presenter Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock was shot during an incident in the Johannesburg CBD this afternoon.
JMPD has confirmed a shooting near the Carlton Centre but says details about the victim have not yet been verified. The case will be investigated by SAPS.
Conflicting information is circulating, with some reports claiming DJ Warras died at the scene, while others say he is in critical condition.
Eish this is sad RIP DJ WARRAS#DJ warras pic.twitter.com/L6gyWT4OEK
— Bongani_Masuku (@Bongani_masuku5) December 16, 2025
A close friend has publicly described the incident as a murder.
@Shady_Lurker aka Warras, Rest in Peace! We love you 🕊️🕊️ pic.twitter.com/v4lhyJ0rLB
— Rob Hersov (@RobertHersov) December 16, 2025
Authorities are expected to release further details once the victim’s identity and condition are officially confirmed.
JUST IN | South African DJ and media personality Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock has been shot and killed in Johannesburg. Speaking to the SABC, Phind’Gcobe Madubela (DJ PH), a friend and colleague, says he is shocked, describing Warras as an amazing person. pic.twitter.com/X0Y3eXDsYI
— SABC News (@SABCNews) December 16, 2025
