DJ Warras’ Tragically Ironic Last Post: A Viral Gun Video Before He Was Shot

Tragic Coincidence: DJ Warras’ Final Social Media Post Was About Gun Violence

In a chilling twist of fate, the final social media post of popular South African DJ and media personality Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock was a public reaction to a video about gun violence, mere hours before he was gunned down in a separate, fatal shooting in Johannesburg.

The 40-year-old, known for his outspoken takes on crime and his work in the security industry, was shot and killed outside the Carlton Centre in the city’s Central Business District on Tuesday, 16 December 2025. The incident has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and drawn attention to the ongoing, violent turf wars within South Africa’s private security sector.

Final Hours And A Haunting Last Post

The timeline of DJ Warras’ final hours has become a point of grim reflection for his followers. At approximately 10:58 AM on Tuesday, he posted a comment on X in response to a viral video showing a woman in the United States using weapons to defend her family. In a post that would become his last, Warras wrote,

“Ummm …Whaaaat? She was carrying ‘2 weapons’ The thieves had no chance”.

Fans and observers were quick to note the tragic irony. One user posted, “The fact that this was the last thing DJ Warras posted and he was gunned down about 2 hours later ”.

Another user remarked on the sequence, questioning, “How do you tweet about 2 videos about gun-related violence + acts, within an hour of each other, only to meet your end at the same violence you seemed to take ‘joy’ or be entertained by…?”

The shooting occurred shortly after this activity. According to official reports, the incident unfolded after Warras had parked his vehicle. The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) confirmed they were the first responders, alerted by members of the public.

A Life In Media And Security Cut Short

Warrick Stock, a Durban native, built a diverse career spanning radio, television, and private security. He was a former producer for major radio stations and also appeared on television shows.

Beyond entertainment, he was deeply involved in property management and ran his own VIP protection security company, which often assisted with building evictions.

This dual career path placed him at a dangerous intersection. In a recent clip, Warras had explained the complexities of dealing with illegally occupied buildings.

Fellow musician The Kiffness suggested on X that Warras was “managing security at a building where they were getting illegal occupants out” at the time of the incident.

The security industry, particularly the lucrative VIP protection sector, has increasingly been linked to violence. A forensic investigator commented on the trend, noting the murder adds to a list of several high-profile DJ killings in recent years. The investigator elaborated on the darker side of the industry, stating:

“Security companies are being bought up by a myriad of operators, some for nefarious purposes such as being private militias with access to legitimate weapons for illegitimate purposes. In the VIP protection space… we are seeing more instances where so-called VIP protection companies are being used to settle business disputes.”

A Nation Mourns And Demands Answers

News of his death was met with an immediate outpouring of grief and shock. His family confirmed the tragic news at the scene. Rob Hersov, a close friend and businessman, announced the loss on X, writing, “He was murdered today in Johannesburg. I just want to say he is the most loving, compassionate, friendly, honest, open, decent human being, and it is a tragedy beyond belief.”

Tributes flooded in from across the music and media industry, with colleagues and fans remembering him as a vibrant and fearless personality.

As the entertainment world reels, the investigation into his murder continues. Police confirm the motive is unknown, and no arrests have been made yet.