DJ Warras shot dead in Johannesburg

After parking his vehicle, popular SA radio and TV presenter DJ Warras was approached by three unknown suspects and shot dead in Johannesburg Central on Tuesday.

The suspects then fled the scene on foot.

Warrick Stock, as he was formally known, was a former 5FM and CliffCentral producer.

Police spokesperson Captain Tintswalo Sibeko confirmed the news. 

"It is alleged that the victim was approached by three unknown suspects after parking his vehicle, and they opened fire at him before fleeing the scene on foot.

"The motive for the shooting is currently unknown.

"No arrest has been made yet, and the investigation is underway."

Superintendent of the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) Xolani Fihla also confirmed the shooting.

"We can confirm the shooting," Fihla told IOL.

"JMPD officers were first respondents to the incident ... they were stopped by members of the public who alerted them to the shooting.

"Any finer details will be released by the police, including the identity of the victim."

This is a developing story.

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