Courts & Legal
DJ Warras case moves forward as second accused heads to court
A case that continues to grip Johannesburg
More than a month after the fatal shooting of Warrick Stock, widely known as DJ Warras, the case has taken another turn. A second suspect linked to the high-profile murder is expected to make his first appearance at the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court on Monday, adding fresh momentum to an investigation that has shaken the city’s entertainment and business circles.
The suspect, a 25-year-old Mozambican national, was arrested late on Friday evening during a targeted crime intelligence operation at the Marathon informal settlement in Primrose, Ekurhuleni. Police confirmed the arrest took place at around 8 pm on January 30, following what they described as a coordinated takedown involving several specialised units.
How the arrest unfolded
According to Gauteng police, the operation was led by the Provincial Investigation Unit attached to the Serious and Violent Crimes Investigation, working alongside Crime Intelligence and the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department. The suspect is expected to face charges of murder, as well as contravention of the Immigration Act, when he appears in court.
His arrest follows weeks of intensive investigation after DJ Warras was gunned down outside the Zambesi Building in Johannesburg’s central business district in December. The State alleges he was shot multiple times in what appears to have been a planned hit.
The first accused remains behind bars
The development comes shortly after the court appearance of the first accused, Victor Mthethowakhe Majola. Majola’s bail application was denied on January 26, with the court citing the seriousness of the charges and the potential risk to the investigation. He is due back in court on February 11.
Majola faces multiple charges, including murder, premeditated murder, and conspiracy to commit murder. During his bail bid, he maintained his innocence, arguing that he was wrongly implicated and that the case against him relied on assumptions rather than solid proof. He told the court he had strong community ties, owned a taxi business, and posed no flight risk.
Prosecutors strongly opposed his release, stating that evidence links him to the planning of the murder. This includes CCTV footage and witness statements placing him near the scene on the day of the killing. The State also warned that releasing him could jeopardise the investigation and expose witnesses to interference.
A killing that sent shockwaves through the industry
DJ Warras was more than a familiar name on the decks. He was a well-known DJ, radio personality, and businessman, and the founder of a VIP protection company. His death sparked an outpouring of shock and grief across social media, with fellow DJs, artists, and fans expressing disbelief that someone so visible in Johannesburg’s nightlife and business scene could be killed in such a brazen manner.
The case has also reignited conversations about violent crime in the city centre, especially attacks that appear to be carefully planned. For many in the entertainment industry, the killing felt personal, raising fears about safety even for those who are well-connected or security-conscious.
What happens next
Police have previously indicated that the investigation is at an advanced stage and that further arrests were likely, including that of the alleged shooter. The arrest of a second suspect suggests that authorities are closing in on what they believe was a coordinated operation.
As the second accused prepares to enter the dock, attention will turn to what details emerge in court and whether prosecutors will begin to outline a clearer picture of how and why DJ Warras was killed. For now, the case remains one of Johannesburg’s most closely watched criminal proceedings, with many hoping it will lead to accountability and some measure of closure.
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Source: IOL
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