The Executive Mayor of Johannesburg, Councillor Dada Morero, will today attend the memorial service of DJ Warras, popularly known as “Shady Lurker”, born Warrick Stock, to honour his life, legacy, and the impact he made on the creative and music communities.DJ Warras was short and in Mashalltown on Tuesday, it is believed he was facilitating an eviction in highjacked building that his security company was guarding.
The memorial service will take place at The Galleria (M1 Place, 10 Eastern Service Road, Marlboro, Sandton) at 11:00.According to the City of Johannesburg, the Executive Mayor visited the family home on Thursday to personally convey condolences and support. The City said: “The City stands with them, holding their pain in our hearts.”
In its statement, the City described Warrick’s passing as a profound loss, saying, “The City of Johannesburg mourns the tragic loss of a young life and extends its deepest sympathies to all those affected by this painful passing.”The statement further noted that the impact of his death extends beyond his immediate family. “We recognise the profound sorrow that touches not only family and friends, but everyone whose life Warrick touched with his kindness, talent, and unwavering spirit.”
Addressing the ongoing investigation, the City confirmed that, “The Executive Mayor assures the family and the public that the matter is receiving the necessary attention from law enforcement authorities and that the law must be allowed to take its full course.”
It added that, “Justice for Warrick remains paramount.”
The City also appealed for unity and respect during this time of mourning.
“The City calls on residents to honour Warrick’s memory with compassion, unity, and respect,” the statement read, adding, “Let us reach out to one another, support those in mourning, and cherish the bonds that hold our community together as we navigate this difficult time.”The statement concluded with a plea for restraint, saying, “In this time of deep sorrow, we gently urge everyone—especially leaders and those responding to this profound loss—to refrain from using the passing of someone as remarkable as Warrick for political purposes.” It emphasised that, “What our community truly needs now is to come together in compassion, honouring and cherishing the extraordinary legacy of servant leadership, selfless service, and tireless advocacy for others that Warrick leaves in our hearts.”
