ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba has pledged a firm stance against criminal syndicates hijacking buildings in Johannesburg. His commitment follows the fatal shooting of DJ Warras in the city's central business district, suspected to be connected to anti-hijacking efforts. Mashaba expressed condolences and emphasized the need for political will to address the issue.
Johannesburg faces ongoing challenges with unlawful occupations of abandoned government and private properties, fueling criminal activities in the central business district. On Tuesday afternoon, DJ Warras was shot dead in the area, an incident authorities link to attempts to curb building hijackings. ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba, responding to the tragedy, extended his deepest condolences to Warras's family.
Mashaba revealed that he possesses detailed records on the kingpins behind these syndicates, including their international connections. He stressed the importance of political determination in tackling these criminal elements. 'The only thing we need is the political will,' Mashaba stated. 'I have full commitment in ensuring that we deal with criminal elements in our city. No one is going to stop us.'
The leader urged South Africans to honor Warras's memory by supporting stronger action against such crimes. 'Let us ensure that the death and the murder of DJ Warras is not going to be in vain,' he added. 'This has made me much more determined to ensure that his death is not going to be in vain.' Mashaba's vows come amid broader efforts by the metro to reclaim hijacked structures and restore order in the urban core.
While the city grapples with these syndicates, Mashaba's statements highlight a push for decisive intervention, potentially involving collaboration across political lines to protect vulnerable properties and residents.