Australian federal lawmaker Helen Haines had both legs amputated after a driver rammed her repeatedly outside her electorate office on Monday, her husband said. Victoria Police allege the attack was targeted. Haines is in critical but stable condition in hospital.
WHO:Helen Haines, an Australian federal lawmaker
WHAT:Haines had both legs amputated after a driver rammed her repeatedly outside her electorate office.
WHEN:Oct 19, 2026
WHERE:Victoria, Australia
WHY:Victoria Police allege the vehicle attack was targeted, but no reason for it was reported.
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