Laid-back New Zealand city bloodied by 'darkest day'

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CHRISTCHURCH - The quiet city of Christchurch, still picking up the pieces from a massive 2011 earthquake, was again a city in shock on Friday as armed police patrolled normally tranquil streets and locals struggled to come to terms with an outrage in their midst.

For a few minutes during Friday prayers, the South Island's"Garden City", this"lovely place", was the scene of unfathomable hate. Parents - who spent the morning imagining their kids bonding with friends and discovering their voice at a climate protest nearby - were left for hours fearing the worst as the city was put on lockdown.

Locals expressed determination that this tragedy, like the last, would draw the people of Christchurch together, regardless of religion.

 

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