Australian MP Helen Haines critically injured in what PM calls ‘deliberate act’

AUSTRALIAN MP Helen Haines has been taken to hospital with “critical injuries” after she was hit by a car near her regional office in Wangaratta, Victoria, police have said.

“This wasn’t an accident – there was a deliberate act, it would appear,” said Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

Police have said they’re investigating whether it was “intentional” and a 43-year-old man, from nearby Tarrawingee, was arrested at the scene by a passer-by.—Oct 20, 2026

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