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Main suspect in Christchurch attacks pleads not guilty

Main suspect in Christchurch attacks pleads not guilty
The main suspect in the Christchurch attacks Brenton Tarrant

The main suspect in the Christchurch attacks in March has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

Brenton Tarrant is charged with the murder of 51 people, 40 counts of attempted murder and one terrorism charge in New Zealand's deadliest mass shooting.

Appearing via video link from prison, the 29‑year‑old sat in silence as his lawyer read out his plea.

The 15 March attack saw a gunman opened fire on Muslims during Friday prayers.

This is the first time a terrorism charge has been brought in New Zealand.

A number of the survivors of the attack and relatives of the victims were in court for the hearing.

BBC

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