Remembering the life and legacy of the Shady Lurker

AS A 30-something year-old born and raised in Johannesburg, I grew up listening to DJ Warras (real name Warrick Stock) on the radio.

- KARISHMA DIPA

Having followed his career over the decades, I am deeply saddened by his death and will always remember his engaging and warm personality.

The 40-year-old radio personality and television host was murdered outside the Carlton Centre in Johannesburg on Tuesday.

It is believed that after parking his vehicle at the centre in the Johannesburg inner city, he was approached by three unknown suspects, who opened fire before fleeing the scene on foot.

This tragic and horrifying crime was committed against one of the nation's most beloved stars, a man who spread joy throughout his nearly two-decade-long career.

As a teenager, I have fond memories of tuning into Warras's show on YFM, where he would play the best bangers. I also loved how open he was with his listeners, sharing personal stories with a wit and charm that earned him legions of fans.