The Gauteng Provincial Government welcomes the swift arrest of two suspects in connection with the senseless and cruel murder of DJ Warras. According to police reports, they apprehended the suspects at Morafe Hostel and are currently in custody.
Preliminary investigations suggest DJ Warras was murdered for his work in restoring order to Johannesburg CBD’s lawless, hijacked buildings. We find it distressing that his admirable stand against criminal activities and his commitment to the building of a crime-free city are believed to have cost him his life.
The cold-hearted murder of a community oriented and socially conscious entrepreneur like DJ Warras must serve as a line in the sand for our city and our province. This tragedy will galvanise the provincial government and municipal authorities to expedite the ongoing efforts to dismantle the scourge of hijacked buildings and the violent syndicates that control them.
The provincial government commends the exceptional police work that led to these arrests. This is a testament to the skill, commitment, and bravery of our hard-working detectives.
Police detective units in the province have consistently demonstrated their capacity to crack complex cases through meticulous intelligence operations and investigative work. This dedication is the foundation on which we will build a safer province.
This arrest sends a clear message that this type of reckless and vicious criminality will not go unpunished in our province.
The Gauteng Provincial Government reaffirms its commitment to supporting our law enforcement agencies as they continue their investigation to ensure a watertight prosecution.
“We are resolved that from this profound loss must emerge a stronger, more coordinated, and relentless effort to dismantle the criminal networks that undermine the security and prosperity of Gauteng residents”, said Acting Premier Jacob Mamabolo.