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Australian MP struck twice in Wangaratta

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Australian MP Helen Haines remains in a critical condition after being struck twice by a vehicle in Wangaratta, in the state of Victoria. A 43-year-old man has been arrested and Australian police are examining several possible charges, according to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and police authorities.

Australian MP Helen Haines was struck twice by a white Toyota Land Cruiser in Wangaratta, in the state of Victoria, on Monday 19 October, the Daily Maverick reports. She underwent surgery overnight and was in a critical condition.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese told ABC News that initial evidence indicated a deliberate act. The car reportedly hit Haines as she was loading or unloading items from the boot of her vehicle. A 43-year-old man was arrested; counter-terrorism officers are involved in the investigation.

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