By Karen Ruiz For Daily Mail Australia
Published: 22:16 GMT, 17 March 2019 | Updated: 22:16 GMT, 17 March 2019
Suspected Christchurch shooter Brenton Tarrant could be deported to Australia as it is revealed he is facing additional murder and terrorism charges.
Tarrant appeared in court on Saturday where he was charged with one count of murder under the Crimes Act.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern told reporters on Sunday that the legal proceedings for the accused gunman were still in the early stages, but said she is 'seeking advice' on what will follow.
'Charges have been laid, we can expect additional charges, he'll be appearing in the High Court on the 5th of April, so there's obviously a process that needs to be gone through here,' she said.
Accused gunman Brenton Tarrant appeared in court on Saturday where he was charged with one count of murder under the Crimes Act. Police say they are now considering additional charges under the Terrorism Suppression Act
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern (pictured) told reporters she is 'seeking advice' on Tarrant's deportation
A spokesman for Ardern said she is considering all options, including whether Tarrant will be deported before or after serving a sentence.
Police said they are also considering further murder charges, as well as additional charges under the Terrorism
