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Singapore condemns shooting attack in Munich

Xinhua, July 23, 2016 Adjust font size:

Singapore condemned the vicious shooting attack which killed at least nine people and injured 16 others in southern German city of Munich on Friday evening, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said in a statement on Saturday.

"We are shocked and saddened by the loss of innocent lives. We extend our condolences to the bereaved families and wish the injured a speedy recovery," it said.

MFA said it has verified the safety of most of the registered Singaporeans in Munich, and will continue to contact the remaining registered Singaporeans. The ministry also added that so far, there are no reports of Singaporeans injured or directly affected by the incident.

Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong also wrote on a facebook post, saying that he was shocked to learn of the shooting.

"Singapore condemns this senseless act. We have seen so many brutal terrorist attacks in recent months, one after another. We are at risk of becoming numbed, and have to remind ourselves of the terrible human tragedy each time. Our thoughts are with the people of Germany during this time and our deep condolences to the families of the victims," he wrote.

An 18-year-old German-Iranian opened fire in a shopping mall in Munich before he killed himself.

The likely lone shooter held dual citizenship of Germany and Iran and lived in Munich, according to media reports. Endit