Alleged shooter ‘knew targets were Muslim’, court told

“He asked [Ruatara] what gun he used in the offence. [Ruatara] stated ‘a .22 [calibre] firearm’,” Melo said.

“He stated he is Mongrel Mob [New Zealand-based gang] affiliated.

“He stated he knew the victims were Muslim as they were wearing dresses and he shot at the victims where he…