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Australian prime minister says lawmaker critically injured by car is 'no accident'

Published October 19, 2026 4:46 am • Updated October 20, 2026 4:28 am •

Australian prime minister says lawmaker critically injured by car is 'no accident' — Photo via NPR News

A car hit an Australian federal independent lawmaker on Monday, critically injuring her in an apparent deliberate attack, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said. The driver was arrested.

A car hit an Australian federal independent lawmaker on Monday, critically injuring her in an apparent deliberate attack, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said. The driver was arrested.

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