Helen Haines is in a critical condition after an alleged attack. Here’s what we know so far
Independent MP for Victorian seat of Indi in critical condition after incident on Monday afternoon
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Helen Haines, the independent federal MP for the Victorian seat of Indi, is in a critical condition after an alleged attack outside her electorate office in Wangaratta on Monday afternoon.
The incident happened about 3.35pm and involved a four-wheel drive outside Haines’ electorate office. The 65-year-old underwent surgery at Melbourne’s Alfred hospital and is in a critical but stable condition. A 43-year-old man has been taken to Wangaratta police station for questioning.
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