Alleged NZ mosque gunman 'rational', lawyer says after he's fired

Posted on AllSides March 18th, 2019
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Suspect in New Zealand mosque massacre doesn't appear mentally unstable and will represent himself, ex-attorney says.

The Australian man accused of shooting dead 50 people at two New Zealand mosques doesn't appear mentally unstable and plans to represent himself, his court-appointed lawyer said on Monday.

The announcement raises concerns that white supremacist Brenton Tarrant could espouse his extreme views in court as he conducts his own defence.

Tarrant was charged with one count of murder and appeared at Christchurch District Court on Saturday after the rampage during Friday prayers. He...

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