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Australian independent lawmaker critically injured in deliberate car attack
An Australian federal independent lawmaker was critically injured after being struck by a car in what Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called a deliberate attack.
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Australian independent lawmaker critically injured in deliberate car attack
An Australian federal independent lawmaker was left in critical condition on Monday after being struck by a vehicle in an apparent targeted assault. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed to the public that the incident was no accident, while local police successfully arrested the driver at the scene. Independent member of parliament Helen Haines and federal authorities are monitoring the situation as investigators work to determine the motive behind the collision. Parliament members across the political spectrum have expressed shock and condemnation over the violent episode.