Authorities have intensified their investigation into the murder of popular media personality Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock after a suspect, Victor Mthethwa Majola, was identified following the fatal shooting outside Zambesi House in Johannesburg’s CBD last week. eNCA+1

The suspect charged with the murder of DJ Warras is scheduled to appear in court again on 6 January for a bail hearing.

In the meantime, the individual will remain in custody.

Police say the suspect is known and efforts are underway to arrest him before Monday, according to National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola.

Initial reports claimed several people were taken in for questioning at the hijacked Zambesi building.

Still, Gauteng Police have since clarified that, while leads are being pursued, no formal arrests had been made at the time — despite social media.

Police investigations continued to centre on CCTV footage from the day of the incident, which reportedly shows a short man with dreadlocks approaching DJ Warras and opening fire as he left the building.

Investigators are still working around the clock to confirm motives and tie suspects to specific roles in what officials now believe was a targeted attack.

Contrary to some initial claims, the City of Johannesburg has stated that DJ Warras was not acting as a contracted city security guard at the time of his murder, but was fulfilling a private contract through his own security company, Imperium Ops, to audit and secure the Zambesi Building.

Past reporting also revealed that he had applied for five protection orders against individuals who had allegedly threatened him, leading up to his death — fueling speculation that the killing was linked to his work in reclaiming hijacked property.

Community and Political Reaction

The murder has sparked widespread conversation across social media and public platforms:

• Tributes poured in for the late entertainer, with messages describing him as a loving father, patriot, and community figure.
• Public figures such as Deputy Minister Peace Mabe called his death a tragic national failure to protect creative voices and media personalities.
• Debate flared between rapper Kwesta and ex-mayor Herman Mashaba, with Kwesta criticising some of Mashaba’s comments framed around crime and inner-city policy after the killing.

At his funeral, DJ Warras’ sister appealed to South Africans to carry forward his legacy by protecting and uplifting communities, urging unity in the face of rising urban crime.

Family statements described Warrick Stock as a cherished father, brother, and friend, emphasising the personal toll of his loss and the support they have received from the public.