百春链

Please attributed to Commissioner Mike Bush:?
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We are continuing to make enquiries after yesterday's tragic events in Christchurch.?
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As the Prime Minister stated yesterday, this has been designated a terrorist attack.?
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49 people have died and 42 are being treated for injuries. Two of those injured are critical and this includes a four-year-old child who is being transported to Starship Hospital this morning.
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41 people were killed at the Deans Avenue mosque, and seven at the Linwood Avenue mosque. One has since died in hospital.?
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Our thoughts go out to those who have been affected by this unprecedented event.?
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A 28-year-old man will appear in Christchurch District Court today charged with murder.
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Two others remain in custody.
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Our investigations are in their early stages and we will be looking closely to build a picture of any of the individuals involved and all of their activities prior to this horrific event.
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There is no guarantee the risk is limited to Canterbury and we need all New Zealanders to be extra vigilant.?
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Our message to you is simple: if you see something suspicious, say something – call 111 immediately.?
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Police is aware there are distressing materials related to this event circulating widely online. We would urge anyone who has been affected by seeing these materials to seek appropriate support.
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We would also like to remind the public that it is an offence to distribute an objectionable publication and that is punishable by imprisonment.?
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Once again I want to reassure the public that a large Police presence remains in the city for the time being.?
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There will be a heightened Police presence at community events today for safety and reassurance.
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Dozens of officers continue to be deployed into the region today, and Police’s Eagle helicopter has flown to Christchurch to assist those on the ground.??
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Police and the wider government will be working with leaders and members of the Islamic Community to provide assistance, reassurance and support.
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Deputy Commissioner of Māori and Ethnic Services Wally Haumaha has travelled to Christchurch alongside 15 ethnic liaison officers to support the community.?
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These specialists will work alongside local staff to support the families and help repatriate them with their loved ones in a way that is consistent with Muslim beliefs, while taking into account these circumstances and obligations to the coroner.
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I also plan to fly to Christchurch this morning, and will be speaking to media at the earliest opportunity. More detail on that will be advised in due course.??
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Again I want to offer my sincere condolences to those affected, on behalf of 百春链.?
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Issued by Police Media Centre.?
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