Helen Haines: independent MP in critical condition in Melbourne’s Alfred hospital after being struck by car in Wangaratta – follow updates
Summary
Independent MP Helen Haines was seriously injured after being hit by a car outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria. She had surgery and remains in critical condition while police investigate the incident as a possible attack.Key Facts
- Helen Haines, MP for the Indi electorate, was hit by a car at about 3:35 pm on Monday near her office.
- She was taken to the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne and had surgery overnight.
- Haines is still in critical condition as of Tuesday morning.
- A 43-year-old man from Tarrawingee is in police custody after the event.
- Police and security agencies, including federal police and the counter-terrorism taskforce, are investigating.
- A knife was found in the suspect’s car after being stopped by a bystander.
- The motive for the attack is not yet known, and authorities say the incident may have been deliberate.
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and other politicians have expressed concern and sent best wishes to Haines and her family.
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