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Australian MP Helen Haines critically injured in alleged deliberate car attack
Independent federal MP Helen Haines was struck by a car outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria, and airlifted to Melbourne in critical condition. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said it was no accident; the driver was arrested and a counter-terrorism taskforce is investigating.
Why it matters
The attack has intensified concern over rising threats and abuse aimed at politicians in Australia.
Background
Haines is an independent who represents the rural Victorian seat of Indi and is respected across party lines. Reports say threats against Australian public figures had been rising before the attack.
The story so far
- Australian MP Helen Haines critically injured in alleged deliberate car attack
- Man charged after Australian MP Helen Haines struck by car
- Australian MP Helen Haines loses both legs after alleged car attack
- Australian MP Helen Haines loses both legs after alleged car attack
- Australian MP Helen Haines now stable after alleged attack
Sources
- BBC News ↗Oct 19, 10:09 AM ET
- NPR ↗Oct 19, 7:38 AM ET
- CBC News ↗Oct 19, 6:16 AM ET
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