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Facebook C.E.O Mark Zuckerberg addresses "graphic and heartbreaking" Philando Castile shooting

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has addressed the Philando Castile shooting after Castile's girlfriend, Diamond Reynolds, live streamed the shooting to Facebook after he was shot by police during a traffic stop. The Facebook boss called the images "graphic and heartbreaking" but acknowledged that they "shine a light" on the fears many face.

Writing on the social media site, the 32-year-old said: "My heart goes out to the Castille family and all the other families who have experienced this kind of tragedy.

"My thoughts are also with all members of the Facebook community who are deeply troubled by these events."