'Christchurch is in our hearts': Apple CEO Tim Cook leads messages of support to victims of the mass shooting in a New Zealand mosque The CEO of Apple has said he is 'devastated' by the Christchurch mass shootingBy Rod Ardehali For Dailymail.com Published: 04:26 GMT, 15 March 2019 | Updated: 04:26 GMT, 15 March 2019 Viewcomments The CEO of Apple has said he is 'devastated' by the mass shooting in Christchurch, after dozens of worshipers in a mosque were gunned down. Tim Cook evoked the words on Martin Luther King, in a message of support to the victims in New Zealand. He said: 'Devastated by the reports out of New Zealand. The community in Christchurch is in our hearts, as are all affected by this horrific attack. “I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” - MLK' The CEO of Apple has said he is 'devastated' by the mass shooting in Christchurch, after dozens of worshipers in a mosque were gunned down.Tim Cook evoked the words on Martin Luther King, in a message of support to the victims in New Zealand Witnesses reported hearing 50 shots from his weapons including a semi-automatic shotgun and a rifle at Al Noor Mosque in Christchurch on the country's South Island. The gunman - who identified himself on Twitter as Brenton Tarrant - live-streamed the mass shooting inside the Al Noor Mosque, which happened about 1.30pm (11.30am AEDT) as Friday prayers were underway. A video seen by Daily Mail Australia shows the man firing multiple shots at dozens of people as they try to flee. A suspect is in custody but it is unclear whether it is the gunman. The suspected gunman posted a 87-page manifesto to Twitter before the killings, describing them as a 'terrorist attack'. People were also reportedly shot at the nearby Linwood Masjid mosque. Actor Steve Blum also sent his support, calling for an end to hatred in society. Actor Steve Blum also sent his support, calling for an end to hatred in society. He wrote: 'Oh my God. New Zealand my heart is with you. Devastating. This has to stop. This emboldened culture of hatred must be rooted out, fully exposed and brought to justice. Starting with our president.' Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site dailymail and under his responsibility