Hot News: Horror of Moncton shooting captured on social media

As RCMP in Moncton, N.B. launched a massive manhunt for a gunman suspected of killing three Mounties and injuring two others, residents who heard and witnessed the shootings hid in their homes, posting updates, photos and videos on social media.

[ View the story 'Horror of Moncton shooting captured on social media' on Storify] As RCMP in Moncton, N.B. launched a massive manhunt for a gunman suspected of killing three Mounties and injuring two others, residents who heard and witnessed the shootings hid in their homes, posting updates, photos and videos on social media.

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One Facebook user, Vanessa Bernatchez, posted a video shot from inside a house as gunshots were heard outside. A man in the video shouts: 'He shot him!' and 'Call 911!' The video made the rounds online and was uploaded to YouTube.

Moncton Shooting in New Brunswick Recorded by Vanessa Bernatchez-LSpm0ISJYKHgPyYS4gyhQ

Others shared their fear and anxiety on Twitter as they kept their doors locked and their children hidden in the basement.

Still in basement with family. 4 year old & one 2.5 year twin still up. Neiborhood still locked down. Ppl hiding in closets and bathroomsWill Njoku

Wife scared and I'm very uncomfortable. Feel like we're surrounded by police activity. Cruisers still on my st. Tired and saddened by this.Will Njoku

4 cops cars flew down street here...chopper overhead.pray people!Kim Rackham

One man tweeted a photo taken by his friend, purportedly showing the shooter from behind.

#Moncton friends stay safe... #codiacrcmp Friend caught a pic of the shooter... Stay inside... @Brett_Global @CBCNS http://t.co/2I8bk2Nb5QPatrick Hemsworth

Meanwhile, New Brunswick RCMP tweeted updates about the manhunt and warned residents to remain indoors.

Shooter still beleived to be in Pinehurst Subdivision area of Moncton. Stay locked inside. Leave outdoor lights on. #Codiac #RCMPNBRCMP New Brunswick

The mayor of Moncton and New Brunswick premier offered their condolences.

Terrible sad news for Moncton. Stay indoors and allow police to do their job. Prayers for the families.George LeBlanc

I'm shocked & saddened to learn of tonight's tragic situation in Moncton I extend my thoughts and prayers to those affected #PrayForMonctonPremier David Alward

Others, including federal politicians, tweeted messages of support, sadness and anger.

Oh god, I just heard the news out of Moncton. :( The city is in my thoughts.Zoe York

#PrayForMoncton RIP to my fellow officers and praying there are no more deaths. #HeroesInLifeNotDeathJeff Bangild

How the hell do you search the darkness for someone intent on killing you solely b/c of your @RCMPNB uniform?! #Courage #PrayForMonctonAndy Petersen

Senseless acts of evil in Moncton tonight. Thoughts are with the community & victims.James Moore

Tragedy in #Moncton tonight. Prayers & sympathies to the RCMP families & friends.Peter MacKay

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