Federal MP Helen Haines critically injured after being struck by car
Helen Haines is the federal MP for Indi. A motorist hit her on October 19 at Wangaratta. She was left critically injured.
Federal MP Helen Haines was hit by a car at her workplace in Wangaratta on Monday, October 19. She suffered critical injuries, including the loss of a leg.
Haines had endorsed independent candidate Lachie McKeeman for the state seat of Benambra. McKeeman is a doctor.
She supported him at his campaign launch on October 17. McKeeman has paused his campaign following the incident.
Haines was a midwife before entering politics. She was also a mentor to McKeeman in his medical career.
McKeeman released a statement about the attack. He called it unacceptable.
He said there is a pattern of intimidation and threats against political figures. He called on the community to address growing political violence in Australia.
- October 19
- Date of incident
- Wangaratta
- Location
- Loss of a leg and critical injuries
- Injury
Why it mattersA serving federal MP has been seriously injured. This raises urgent questions about the safety of public officials in Australia. It also highlights the growing climate of political intimidation affecting the country.
AustraliaThe incident affects federal politics in Victoria's Indi electorate and highlights concerns about threats and violence directed at elected representatives across Australia.
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