Independent Australian MP Helen Haines was hit by a driver of an off-road vehicle on Monday in Wangaratta, Victoria. The attack happened in front of her office, with police investigating suspicion that it was a deliberate act. Haines suffered serious injuries and underwent surgery after being taken to hospital. Her condition is critical but stable. Deutschlandfunk ↗
According to police findings, the driver of a Toyota LandCruiser first hit the MP, then turned around and struck her a second time. Police detained a 43-year-old man from Tarrawingee at the scene. Australian media identified him as Brendan Nugent. A local barber, Ricky Jefferies, intervened in his detention, holding the driver after the attack until police arrived. El Mundo ↗
Australian police have activated a joint counter-terrorism task force, which is investigating the case. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that, in his view, the incident was not an accident. The attack has triggered reactions from Australian politicians and reopened the question of growing threats and verbal attacks against public officials. BBC News ↗
Haines, who is 65 years old, represents the electorate of Indi as an independent MP. According to one report in the media, she lost a leg in the attack, though police have not immediately confirmed this information. Investigators continue to question the suspect and are trying to determine the motive for the incident. ANSA ↗
Australian MP Helen Haines fights for life after attack
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