[Greens-Media] FW: MEDIA RELEASE: 'Greens MPs Statement on Martin Place Tragedy (Greens NSW MP Dr Mehreen Faruqi MLC)

[Matthew Hilton]

16 December 2014


Greens MPs Statement on Martin Place Tragedy

"Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the two Sydneysiders who lost their lives to a violent gunman.

We extend our deepest sympathies and thoughts to all those affected by the tragedy in Martin Place.

We acknowledge the very real dangers faced by police and emergency service workers over the past 24 hours and thank them for their courageous work on behalf of the people of NSW.

It is now time to let the police undergo a thorough investigation unimpeded by speculation or uninformed commentary.

Let's make sure that this tragedy doesn't tear us apart but makes us stronger and more united as a society that prides itself on inclusiveness, peace and harmony."

Media Contacts: Mehreen Faruqi 9230 2625 | David Shoebridge 9230 3030