Police reassures Muslim community ahead of 1st anniversary of ChCh Mosque attacks
NZ Police has conveyed a special message to the Muslim community living in New Zealand reassuring the community’s safety ahead of the first anniversary of March 15 attacks on two mosques in Christchurch that took the lives of 51 people.
This message was sent to the Muslim community assuring all security arrangements and communications are being made with mosques leading to both planned and unplanned commemorative events on March 15 anniversary in New Zealand.
Earlier on Monday, Stuff reported that around 2000 people in New Zealand received a new threat directing at Al Noor mosque via an encrypted message app Telegram.
New Zealand Police in a press release said they are aware of the matter and are treated all threads made to the community seriously.
“Police are working closely with the organisations involved, and we have the common aim of ensuring the safety of our communities,” a Police spokesperson said.
NZ Police spokesperson confirmed to The Indian Weekender earlier today that the message of assurance released to the Muslim community earlier this week was in relation to the anniversary as an awareness for the community.
Three significant memorials are planned on March 15 this month observing the one full year since that mosque attacks that took the lives of 51 injured 100 and affecting the lives of hundreds of thousands whose memories are permanently etched with the scars of the tragic day.
Christchurch City Council is holding a remembrance service on Sunday, March 15 at North Hagley Park to honour those killed in the attack and to build on the spirit of unity that came out of the tragedy. The service is jointly led by the local Muslim community, Christchurch City Council, the Government and Ngai Tuahuriri as Mana Whenua.
Wellington City on March 15 will witness an exhibition organised by FIANZ (Federation of Islamic Association in New Zealand) in association with Wellington City Council and IMAN (International Muslims Association of New Zealand) called UMAH Day at Shed 6 from 10 a.m. onwards.
The New Zealand Muslim Association (NZMA) based in Auckland in association with FIANZ is also hosting a remembrance day similar to the event organised last year. The event this year will be held at Eden park grounds on Sunday, March 15, after 1 p.m.
Some Islamic centres across the country will also host non-formal memorial day events with a relatively smaller gathering, mosque open day events, exhibitions and prayer sessions for the fallen souls.
NZ Police’s message to the Muslim community goes as:
Dear members of the Muslim community,
In preparation for the anniversary of the tragic events that occurred on March 15 2019, Police want to assure all communities in New Zealand that Police have been in regular contact and communication with mosques and related communities.
Police have worked with mosques on security arrangements and to provide ongoing support and advice as required.
In light of the planned and unplanned commemorative events around New Zealand, Police will support these events as much as possible.
Be reassured that Police have an in-depth knowledge of individuals and groups whose actions may pose a threat in New Zealand.
If anyone sees or hears of anything concerning, or suspicious that does look or seem right call us on 111 to report it immediately.
Police work tirelessly every day to ensure we keep the public in New Zealand safe and make them feel safe.
Thank you for your cooperation and support around this time and in future.
Also Read: POLICE INVESTIGATING THREATS MADE ON AL NOOR MOSQUE IN AN ENCRYPTED MESSAGE
NZ Police has conveyed a special message to the Muslim community living in New Zealand reassuring the community’s safety ahead of the first anniversary of March 15 attacks on two mosques in Christchurch that took the lives of 51 people.
This message was sent to the Muslim community assuring all...
NZ Police has conveyed a special message to the Muslim community living in New Zealand reassuring the community’s safety ahead of the first anniversary of March 15 attacks on two mosques in Christchurch that took the lives of 51 people.
This message was sent to the Muslim community assuring all security arrangements and communications are being made with mosques leading to both planned and unplanned commemorative events on March 15 anniversary in New Zealand.
Earlier on Monday, Stuff reported that around 2000 people in New Zealand received a new threat directing at Al Noor mosque via an encrypted message app Telegram.
New Zealand Police in a press release said they are aware of the matter and are treated all threads made to the community seriously.
“Police are working closely with the organisations involved, and we have the common aim of ensuring the safety of our communities,” a Police spokesperson said.
NZ Police spokesperson confirmed to The Indian Weekender earlier today that the message of assurance released to the Muslim community earlier this week was in relation to the anniversary as an awareness for the community.
Three significant memorials are planned on March 15 this month observing the one full year since that mosque attacks that took the lives of 51 injured 100 and affecting the lives of hundreds of thousands whose memories are permanently etched with the scars of the tragic day.
Christchurch City Council is holding a remembrance service on Sunday, March 15 at North Hagley Park to honour those killed in the attack and to build on the spirit of unity that came out of the tragedy. The service is jointly led by the local Muslim community, Christchurch City Council, the Government and Ngai Tuahuriri as Mana Whenua.
Wellington City on March 15 will witness an exhibition organised by FIANZ (Federation of Islamic Association in New Zealand) in association with Wellington City Council and IMAN (International Muslims Association of New Zealand) called UMAH Day at Shed 6 from 10 a.m. onwards.
The New Zealand Muslim Association (NZMA) based in Auckland in association with FIANZ is also hosting a remembrance day similar to the event organised last year. The event this year will be held at Eden park grounds on Sunday, March 15, after 1 p.m.
Some Islamic centres across the country will also host non-formal memorial day events with a relatively smaller gathering, mosque open day events, exhibitions and prayer sessions for the fallen souls.
NZ Police’s message to the Muslim community goes as:
Dear members of the Muslim community,
In preparation for the anniversary of the tragic events that occurred on March 15 2019, Police want to assure all communities in New Zealand that Police have been in regular contact and communication with mosques and related communities.
Police have worked with mosques on security arrangements and to provide ongoing support and advice as required.
In light of the planned and unplanned commemorative events around New Zealand, Police will support these events as much as possible.
Be reassured that Police have an in-depth knowledge of individuals and groups whose actions may pose a threat in New Zealand.
If anyone sees or hears of anything concerning, or suspicious that does look or seem right call us on 111 to report it immediately.
Police work tirelessly every day to ensure we keep the public in New Zealand safe and make them feel safe.
Thank you for your cooperation and support around this time and in future.
Also Read: POLICE INVESTIGATING THREATS MADE ON AL NOOR MOSQUE IN AN ENCRYPTED MESSAGE
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