Helen Haines remains critical, three days after car attack
Independent MP Helen Haines remains in critical condition three days after being struck by a vehicle outside her electorate office in Victoria. The incident has caused widespread shock and raised concerns regarding the safety of elected officials.
Why it matters
The attack highlights the increasing physical risks faced by politicians and has sparked a national conversation about the safety of public representatives.
A keen runner, Helen Haines has lost both of her legs due to her injuries in Monday's attack. ( Supplied: Jaime Chubb )
Link copied Share Share article Three days after being struck by a four-wheel drive outside her north-east Victorian electorate office, independent MP Helen Haines remains in a critical condition.
The 65-year-old has lost both legs due to her injuries in the attack, which has caused widespread shock and intensified concern about safety for elected officials , especially women in politics .
Floral tributes have continued to be added outside Ms Haines's Wangaratta office, with grief still raw among local and interstate visitors alike.
Helen Haines's electorate office has become a gathering point for community members to show their support for her. ( ABC News: Dallas Freedman )
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