# Barber Detains Alleged Attacker: Local overpowers man accused of ramming MP; probe eyes political violence

- Source: Times of India
- Published: 2026-10-20T04:53:48+00:00
- Category: Local
- Original: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-of-world/i-dont-think-im-a-hero-australian-barbers-brave-act-hailed-after-mp-hit-by-car/articleshow/135061433.cms
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/barber-detains-alleged-attacker-local-overpowers-man-accused-of-rammin-d1b54c/

In a harrowing incident in Australia, barber Ricky Jefferies sprang into action after hearing a loud crash. He rushed outside to find lawmaker Helen Haines badly hurt following a vehicle collision. Jefferies bravely disarmed the assailant by removing a knife and held him until authorities arrived. Haines remains in critical condition post-surgery, and the situation has prompted an investigation in

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