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DJ Warras’ Viral Reaction to Brown Mogotsi Shooting Splits Mzansi Online
From Breaking News to Online Comedy Hour
What started as a shocking headline quickly turned into a full-blown social media spectacle this week. When controversial businessman Brown Mogotsi claimed he survived an alleged shooting in Vosloorus, Mzansi’s timelines exploded with speculation, theories, and memes.
But no one stirred the pot quite like DJ Warras, the outspoken radio personality known for his sharp wit and fearless commentary. Jumping onto X (formerly Twitter), Warras did what he does best, mixing humour with a hint of chaos.
“Hahahaha! Okay, cool story bro – this one is looking like the ‘bomb’ that went off by Nhlanhla Lux’s house lol! Same hitmen,” he wrote, referring to the 2023 petrol bombing of activist Nhlanhla ‘Lux’ Dlamini’s Pimville home.
The post went viral within hours, sparking a wave of reactions that turned a tense situation into an unplanned roast session.
Mzansi Reacts: From Shock to Shade
Social media users wasted no time joining in the humour, or calling Warras out.
“Lux catching strays,” one user joked, while another quipped, “Nhlanhla Lux walked so Brown Mogotsi could run.”
Others found Warras’ tone dismissive, arguing that the situation was too serious for jokes. One post read, “Someone could’ve died, guys. This isn’t a movie.”
Still, the majority couldn’t resist the comedy that came from South Africans processing yet another bizarre headline in real time.
What Really Happened
According to police, Mogotsi’s red Chevrolet sedan was riddled with around 11 bullet holes after the alleged attack on 3 November 2025. Despite the damage, he walked away without a scratch, immediately sparking online suspicions that the event might have been staged.
SAPS spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe confirmed that investigators are still assessing the case. “We have not made that determination yet,” she said, warning that faking a crime scene is a criminal offence.
“If we are mobilising police experts and resources for something that turns out to be false, it diverts real resources from genuine cases,” she added.
Hahahaha! 😂😂
“Okay” 👍🏽- Cool story bro 🤭 this one is looking like the “Bomb” that went off by Nhlanhla Lux’s house 😩🤣 lol! Same Hitmen 😭😆 https://t.co/hxjv4UL4nV
— Warras (@Shady_Lurker) November 4, 2025
The Bigger Picture
Brown Mogotsi, who is no stranger to controversy, has built a reputation for outspoken social media commentary and public feuds. His latest brush with danger (or drama, depending on who you ask) has reignited conversations about South Africa’s blurred line between real-life scandal and social media performance.
And as usual, DJ Warras’ quick humour gave the situation a pop-culture twist, one that highlights just how fast serious stories can become punchlines in the digital age.
Whether Mogotsi’s shooting was genuine or staged remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: trust Mzansi to turn even the wildest headline into a punchline.
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