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A man has been arrested after a social media post allegedly voiced support for the New Zealand massacre.

Greater Manchester Police has confirmed that the 24-year-old was arrested in Oldham today.

The man is suspected of sending malicious communications.

Forty nine people died in an attack on two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, on Friday.

A police spokesman said: “A man aged 24 from the Oldham area is now under arrest on suspicion of sending malicious communications.

"This is a very difficult time for people.

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"The events in New Zealand have reverberated around the world. Many people are in deep shock and are worried.

“It is at times like this that, as a community, we stand together.

“Where the law permits and people cross the line, we will take robust action, which may include arrest and prosecution.”

Terror suspect Brenton Tarrant, 28, appeared in court this morning charged with murder.

Two other people remain in custody in New Zealand.