Quebec mosque shooting: At least six killed, eight injured

At least 50 people had gathered in the Quebec Islamic Cultural Centre to say their prayers when unidentified gunmen open-fired at them on Sunday night.

The incident has been viewed as a terror attack by the local government, BBC reported.

Police have arrested two people in connection with the murders.

Earlier, condemning the act as 'cowardly', Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had said, "It was with tremendous shock, sadness and anger that I heard of this evening’s tragic and fatal shooting at the Centre culturel islamique de Québec located in the Ste-Foy neighbourhood of the city of Québec."

"We condemn this terrorist attack on Muslims in a centre of worship and refuge."

"On behalf of all Canadians, Sophie and I offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of all those who have died, and we wish a speedy recovery to those who have been injured."

"While authorities are still investigating and details continue to be confirmed, it is heart-wrenching to see such senseless violence. Diversity is our strength, and religious tolerance is a value that we, as Canadians, hold dear," he said.

"Muslim-Canadians are an important part of our national fabric, and these senseless acts have no place in our communities, cities and country. Canadian law enforcement agencies will protect the rights of all Canadians, and will make every effort to apprehend the perpetrators of this act and all acts of intolerance."

"Tonight, we grieve with the people of Ste-Foy and all Canadians," Trudeau said.