Multiple people dead in Christchurch mosque shooting: NZ media

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AFP Christchurch
Last Updated : Mar 15 2019 | 8:31 AM IST

Multiple people were killed and several injured Friday when a gunman opened fire at a crowded mosque during afternoon prayers in the city of Christchurch, New Zealand media reported.

Local media reported up to six people were dead, and the South Island city was placed in lockdown as police hunted for an "active shooter".

"A serious and evolving situation is occurring in Christchurch with an active shooter," police said in a statement.

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First Published: Mar 15 2019 | 8:30 AM IST

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