As of 10:27 AM PST on July 20, 2023, the latest information on the shooting in Auckland, New Zealand is that two people were killed and six injured, including one police officer. The gunman was also found dead, but the circumstances of his death are still unclear.
The shooting occurred at a building site in central Auckland on the day that the Women's World Cup is kicking off in the city. Police have not released the names of the victims or the gunman, but they have said that the shooting was not politically or ideologically motivated.
The shooting has caused widespread shock and sadness in New Zealand, which has a relatively low rate of gun violence. Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has said that the government will be reviewing gun laws in the wake of the shooting.
The Women's World Cup opening match between New Zealand and Norway went ahead as planned, but there was a minute's silence before the match in honor of the victims.
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