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Australian lawmaker Helen Haines critically injured in vehicle attack

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Australian lawmaker Helen Haines is in critical condition following a deliberate vehicle attack outside her office in Wangaratta. Police have arrested a 43-year-old suspect in connection with the incident. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed solidarity with Haines and her community, stating that the motive for the attack is still under investigation. AI

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Australian lawmaker Helen Haines critically injured in vehicle attack

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Reuters ·

    Australian lawmaker Helen Haines in critical condition after vehicle attack

    Australian ⁠lawmaker Helen Haines was in a critical condition on Monday after being deliberately struck by a ‌car outside her office in Wangaratta, northeast of Melbourne, police and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said. “All of our thoughts are with Helen, ⁠her family, her frien…

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