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No Malaysians reportedly involved in Auckland shooting: Wisma Putra

Two deaths confirmed after man randomly opened fire with shotgun in Quay Street, report says

Updated 2 years ago · Published on 20 Jul 2023 2:57PM

No Malaysians reportedly involved in Auckland shooting: Wisma Putra
A random shooting in Auckland today has taken at least two lives with six people injured. Wisma Putra has confirmed that no Malaysians were involved in the shooting. – Screen grab pic, July 20, 2023

PUTRAJAYA – No Malaysians were reported to be involved in the random shooting incident that occurred on Quay Street, Auckland, New Zealand today, according to the Foreign Affairs Ministry (Wisma Putra). 

The Malaysian High Commission in Wellington, according to a statement released by Wisma Putra today, was in close contact with the local authorities to receive the latest information on the situation. 

Malaysians who need any consular assistance can contact the commission at +6443852439 and +64210440188 (for emergencies) or via email [email protected]

“Any latest developments regarding this incident will be communicated from time to time,” said Wisma Putra. 

According to initial reports, a man armed with a shotgun opened fire indiscriminately which has so far claimed two lives and injured six others. The random shooter was reported dead at the scene, said Wisma Putra. – Bernama, July 20, 2023

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