DJ Warras Murder Case Postponed; Suspect Alleges Police Assault
The murder case of Warrick Stock, widely known in Johannesburg’s nightlife circles as DJ Warras, has been postponed to early next year, as the sole remaining accused appeared briefly in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court this week.
Victor Majola, who stands accused of Stock’s murder, was brought before the court on Wednesday. The matter was postponed to January 6, 2026, to allow for a formal bail application. Charges against a second suspect, a woman who had initially been linked to the case, were withdrawn by the State before proceedings got under way.
The short court appearance was not without its challenges. Journalists were initially prevented from accessing the courtroom, prompting concerns from members of the media. These were later addressed after the issue was raised with the presiding magistrate, Simon Radasi, and access was eventually granted.
Majola was represented by attorney Dumisani Mabunda, who told the court that his client intends to apply for bail. Mabunda explained that the charge against Majola falls under Schedule 6 of the Criminal Procedure Act. This means that Majola will not automatically be granted bail and must instead convince the court that exceptional circumstances exist which would justify his release.
Mabunda further informed the court that Majola has no previous convictions, no pending cases and no outstanding warrants. These factors, he said, would form part of the bail argument when the matter returns to court.
In addition to preparing for his bail application, Majola is also seeking medical attention. According to his legal representative, Majola alleges that he was assaulted by police during his arrest on Monday. He claims the alleged assault left him with injuries, and his legal team has requested that this issue be addressed.
The State did not oppose the postponement, and the court agreed that the matter should be delayed to allow both sides to prepare properly. The case will return to court on January 6, 2026, when Majola is expected to formally apply for bail. This is subject to confirmation of his residential address, which still needs to be verified.
Stock was killed last Tuesday in the Johannesburg CBD. He was fatally shot after allegedly being lured outside Zambezi House, a building where he was reportedly assisting with a court-ordered eviction of illegal occupants. His killing has left a deep mark on Johannesburg’s entertainment industry, where he was well known as both a DJ and a businessman.
Since his death, tributes have poured in from fellow artists, promoters and fans, many of whom described Stock as a passionate figure in the city’s nightlife scene. His murder has also renewed attention on the dangers faced by those involved in security operations linked to evictions in the inner city.
According to the charge sheet presented in court, the case against Majola includes a reference to Section 258 of the Criminal Procedure Act. This section allows the court to consider alternative verdicts, such as culpable homicide or assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, should the State fail to prove a charge of murder.
Investigations into Stock’s killing are continuing. The Serious and Violent Crime Investigations unit is handling the case and is expected to conduct further inquiries as the matter progresses. For now, Majola remains in custody as he awaits his next court appearance in January, when the focus will shift to whether he will be granted bail.
As the legal process unfolds, Stock’s family, friends and supporters continue to seek answers and justice, while the court prepares to hear further arguments in a case that has drawn significant public attention.
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