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DJ Warras murder case | Suspect considers guilty plea amid custody and immigration concerns

The second suspect in the murder of media personality, Warrick "DJ Warras" Stock has indicated his intention to plead guilty, as concerns around his safety in custody and legal status in South Africa dominated proceedings today. Armindo Pacula, a 25-year-old Mozambican national, appeared in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court on Monday, where his lawyers confirmed that discussions are under way with the state regarding a possible plea agreement, following an alleged […]

February 9, 2026 21

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DJ Warras murder case | Second suspect appears in court, remains in custody

The second suspect arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Warrick "DJ Warras" Stock will remain in custody following his first appearance in court on Monday. The 25-year-old Mozambican national, Armindo Pacula, appeared briefly before the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court, where proceedings focused on his legal representation and the verification of his residential address. Pacula faces charges of premeditated murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and contravening South Africa’s Immigration Act. […]

February 2, 2026 108

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DJ Warras murder case | Alleged mastermind denied bail

The alleged mastermind in the DJ Warras murder case, Victor Majola has been denied bail by the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court. The 44-year-old faces charges of premeditated murder and conspiracy to commit murder, in connection to the fatal shooting of the popular DJ in the Johannesburg CBD in December last year. Warras, whose real name was Warrick Stock, was shot and killed outside the Zambesi Building near the Carlton Centre. He […]

January 26, 2026 67

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DJ Warras murder case | Judgment reserved as state rejects CCTV claims

Judgment in the bail application of alleged DJ Warras mastermind, Victor Majola, has been reserved, with the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court expected to deliver its ruling later this month. Majola faces charges of premeditated murder and conspiracy to commit murder linked to the DJ’s fatal shooting in the Johannesburg CBD last year. The State continues to oppose bail, insisting Majola poses a flight risk and should remain behind bars due to […]

January 16, 2026 56

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DJ Warras murder case | Court rejects CCTV bid as defence closes bail arguments

The Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court has dismissed the defence's application to access CCTV footage linked to the murder of media personality Warrick "DJ Warras" Stock, while the defence has formally concluded with its bail arguments — placing the onus on the State to justify the continued detention of alleged mastermind Victor Majola. On Thursday Magistrate Annelise Thlapi ruled that she would not interfere with the forensic analysis of the footage, which […]

January 15, 2026 58

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DJ Warras murder case | CCTV footage takes centre stage in suspect’s bail hearing

The Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court is expected on Thursday to rule on whether CCTV footage allegedly capturing the fatal shooting of DJ and businessman, DJ Warras, will be presented as evidence in the bail application of accused mastermind, Victor Majola. Magistrate Annelise Thlapi ordered that the footage — recorded by a security camera at a nearby butchery — be submitted and viewed, after the State said it forms a crucial part […]

January 14, 2026 85

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DJ Warras murder case | State to oppose bail for the alleged mastermind

The State has warned that releasing the man accused of orchestrating the murder of popular DJ and businessman Warrick "DJ Warras" Stock, could undermine the investigation and endanger witnesses. Victor Majola, appeared in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday to apply for bail, where prosecutors alleged he ordered the hit and played a direct role in the events leading up to the fatal shooting outside the Zambesi House building in […]

January 13, 2026 60

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DJ Warras Murder Case | Family disappointed as defence questions state’s evidence

The family of slain media personality Warrick "DJ Warras" Stock has expressed disappointment following another brief court appearance by the suspect linked to his murder. Victor Majola appeared in the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, where proceedings lasted only a few minutes after the court confirmed his residential address. The 44-year-old faces charges of premeditated murder and conspiracy to commit murder in connection with DJ Warras’ killing. His second appearance […]

January 6, 2026 101

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Warras murder case | Charges against second suspect withdrawn, other accused remains in custody

The case against one of the suspects linked to the murder of DJ and media personality Warrick "DJ Warras" Stock has been withdrawn, while the accused gunman will remain in custody until the new year. Victor Majola made his first appearance at the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, where he was formally charged with premeditated murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Stock was shot multiple times on Reconciliation Day outside […]

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