DJ Warras Murder Case: Accused Victor Majola Sends Condolences to Family in Court, Sparking Outrage as Bail Hearing Postponed
By Crime Reporter Johannesburg, January 8, 2026 – The murder case of popular South African radio personality Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock took a dramatic turn this week when accused Victor Mthethwa Majola, through his lawyer, extended condolences to the grieving Stock family during a brief court appearance, igniting a firestorm of public reaction.
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Majola, 44, appeared in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court on January 6 for what was anticipated to be a bail application. Instead, the matter was postponed to January 13 to allow for formal bail proceedings and address verification. The accused confirmed he had received medical treatment while in custody, amid earlier claims of police assault during his arrest.
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Outside court, Majola’s attorney, Dumisani Mabunda, told reporters that his client maintained his innocence and had instructed him to convey condolences to the Stock family. “He extends his condolences to the family,” Mabunda stated, adding that the state’s case was weak and relied heavily on questionable evidence. He expressed confidence in a “very good chance” of bail being granted next week.
The gesture drew mixed reactions. While some viewed it as a sign of remorse, others—including supporters of the late DJ—saw it as insincere or tactical, fueling online outrage and calls for justice.
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DJ Warras, a beloved YFM presenter and media figure known for his vibrant personality, was fatally shot on December 16, 2025, in Johannesburg’s CBD. The attack occurred in broad daylight, with reports indicating the gunman returned to the scene multiple times.
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Majola was arrested shortly before Christmas and charged with premeditated murder. A second suspect was initially detained but later released due to insufficient evidence. Majola has remained in custody since.
Speaking to media after the January 6 hearing, DJ Warras’s sister, Nicole Stock-Mabuza, expressed the family’s profound grief. “The void is real,” she said tearfully, describing the emotional toll of the festive season without her brother and the unfamiliarity of the legal process. The family has urged South Africans to show unity through gestures like changing profile pictures to white and lighting candles in remembrance.
Public support for the Stock family has been overwhelming, with colleagues, fans, and celebrities condemning the killing and demanding swift justice. The case has highlighted concerns over violent crime in urban centers.
As the bail hearing approaches, tensions remain high. Prosecutors oppose release, citing flight risk and public interest, while the defense argues for Majola’s presumption of innocence.
The postponement ensures Majola will spend additional time behind bars as investigations continue. South Africa watches closely, hoping for closure in this high-profile tragedy.