All praises to Allah Subhana Wata Alla, our Creator and Master of the whole universe. He is the Most Gracious and Most Merciful.
Today’s event has resurrected the pain and anguish that our nations felt two years ago. NZMA condemns the tragic and inhumane act that took place today at the New Lyn Mall in Auckland.
Our prayers and thoughts are with the victims and families of this heinous act. Our heart felt sympathy is with the victims, their families and the bystanders who witnessed this act.
We would like to acknowledge the first responders who attended the scene, including police, medical and ambulance staff.
We pray for the wellbeing of the victims and their families. We have created a Give-a-little page for the victims administered by Victim Support NZ:
Kia Kaha New Zealand
Ikhlaq Kashkari
President, New Zealand Muslim Association
Press Release on letterhead: New Lyn Attack Message