NZ: The death toll now stands at 50.
Source: New Zealand Police - Twitter
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Sadly, Police can confirm this morning that during the scene examination of the Deans Avenue Mosque yesterday, the body of a further victim was found.
The death toll now stands at 50.
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36 people remain in hospital in Canterbury District, being treated for injuries.
Eleven of those are in a critical condition.
In addition, the four-year-old child transported to Starship Hospital in Auckland yesterday remains in a critical condition.
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Per the latest press conference: The 50th victim was discovered as the deceased were being taken care of at the mosque with the large amount of casualties.
mobeau69
(11,149 posts)I don't know how you would deal with that.
pandr32
(11,594 posts)A huge piece of you would be gone.
I am not a religious person, but one thing I have found with some who are and have suffered losses is that their belief in a hereafter where loved ones reunite gives them comfort. False or not, comfort and hope can keep a person going. I would imagine that the community these families are part of will rally to help to help as well. No-one should be alone in pain and grief.
I hope something positive comes of such a senseless tragedy. Tough gun laws are a good place to start. Addressing hate and intolerance will hopefully make some strides forward as well.
Legrant
(27 posts)The shooter praised him as a white nationalist .