A gunman in New Zealand has shot dead innocent worshippers as he went on a shooting spree at mosques.

  Authorities in New Zealand have confirmed that 49 people have been killed in shootings at two mosques in the city of Christchurch.

  Local police are searching for the suspects and are urging people in the area to stay indoors.Prime minister jacinda ardern said it was the "darkest" day in New Zealand's history.

  The Chinese consulate general in Christchurch also released a statement on the afternoon of October 15, saying that gunmen had created a shooting incident (Joesco bastion) near the mosque in the center of the city of Christchurch.According to media reports, there are many casualties and the gunman is at large.The Chinese consulate general in Christchurch is in active contact with the Croatian city government and the Canterbury police department to find out whether there are Chinese citizens among the victims.

  Here,the Chinese consulate general in Christchurch solemnly reminds Chinese citizens in Christchurch to pay attention to safety, stay away from the incident, avoid going to crowded places, and try to stay at home or stay indoors.In case of any suspicious situation, report it to the local police station in time.