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Death toll in New Zealand mosque attacks now at 40─── 09:02 Fri, 15 Mar 2019
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The death toll in New Zealand following an attack on two mosques in Christchurch earlier on Friday has risen to 40.
More than 20 people have been seriously injured.
It's believed about four people have been taken into custody.
According to reports, the attack was filmed and live streamed.
Officials say it's not yet clear if there are other people involved in the attack.
Locals have been urged to remain indoors and all mosques have been asked to remain closed.
JUST IN: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says 40 people have lost their lives; more than 20 people seriously injured in mosque shooting pic.twitter.com/BAglWLy44k
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