DJ Warras murder: Two alleged killers in court amid police investigation into targeted attack
Two suspects charged with the murder of media personality Warrick Stock, known as DJ Warras, are expected to appear in the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court on December 24, 2025, following his fatal shooting outside Zambesi House in the city’s CBD.
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Two men charged with the murder of media personality Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, are expected to appear in the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, December 24, 2025.
Stock, 40, was fatally shot on December 16 outside Zambesi House in Johannesburg’s central business district, where his private security company, Imperium Ops International, was contracted to provide services.
The arrests followed a pre-dawn police operation at the Morafe Hostel in Soweto on Monday, December 22, during which the two suspects were taken in for questioning. SAPS spokesperson Brigadier Brenda Muridili later confirmed that both men had been formally charged with murder.
Police are continuing their investigation and are searching for at least one more suspect. CCTV footage from the scene is believed to show three individuals approaching Stock shortly before the shooting.
Authorities are probing whether the killing is linked to Stock’s work in the private security industry, particularly his involvement in operations at inner-city buildings. In the weeks before his death, Stock had reportedly obtained several protection orders after receiving threats related to his work.
The court appearance comes a day after Stock was laid to rest at a funeral attended by family, friends and colleagues. The State is expected to oppose bail due to the seriousness of the charge and concerns about possible interference with witnesses.
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