Six people have been killed after a gunmen opened fire in a mosque in Quebec City, during evening prayers.
Up to eight other people are suspected to have been injured during the incident which happened this morning.
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— Raquel Fletcher (@RaquelGlobal) January 30, 2017
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau released a statement earlier saying "We condemn this terrorist attack on Muslims in a centre of worship and refuge.
"While authorities are still investigating and details continue to be confirmed, it is heart-wrenching to see such senseless violence."
A witness said that up to three gunmen fired on about 40 people inside the Quebec City Islamic Cultural Centre.
UPDATED STORY: 6 dead in Quebec City mosque shooting, PM Trudeau is calling it a terrorist attack https://t.co/WhCHmtuGG6 pic.twitter.com/8bXsGoHI2u
— CTV News (@CTVNews) January 30, 2017
After fatal shooting at mosque, Quebec City police say situation now under control & area secure while investigation continues. #fusillade pic.twitter.com/iiK2qJaCnY
— Maya Johnson (@MJohnsonCTV) January 30, 2017
More to follow.
