# Independent MP Helen Haines in critical condition after being hit by car

https://mins.news/en/item/106772

- The Guardian, 2026-10-19 19:27 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/oct/20/helen-haines-independent-mp-alleged-car-attack-wangaratta-melbourne-hospital-ntwnfb

> Independent MP Helen Haines is critically injured after being struck by a car outside her electorate office in Wangaratta, regional Victoria. She underwent surgery and remains in hospital. A 43-year-old man is in custody as authorities investigate the alleged attack; the motive is unknown.

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