Australian Lawmaker Helen Haines Critically Injured In Car Attack

Australian independent MP Helen Haines suffered critical injuries after being deliberately struck by a car outside her office in Wangaratta on Monday.

Victoria Police Acting Superintendent Ashley Mason confirmed the 65-year-old lawmaker's critical injuries and stated that the 43-year-old male driver was detained by civilians and arrested.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the incident as an attack while the counter-terrorism squad was activated, though the suspect's motive remains unknown.