Australian MP loses both legs in vehicle attack; suspect charged with three offences.
The suspect faces three charges and appears in court.
OriginalSourceThe IndependentUnited KingdomLeanCenter-leftCredibilityPublished07:28 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceThe IndependentUnited KingdomLeanCenter-leftCredibilityPublished07:28 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“Australian politician who was hit by car has lost both legs”
Australian lawmaker Helen Haines has had both legs amputated after being struck by a car.
Key points
- Australian federal independent MP Helen Haines had both legs amputated after a Monday attack.
- She was treated in Melbourne hospital; doctors operated after the driver allegedly rammed her.
- Her left leg was amputated Monday; right leg on Wednesday as hope to save it faded.
- 43-year-old Brendan Nugent appeared in court charged with multiple offences.
- Police have not yet determined a motive for the alleged attack.
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The suspect faces three charges and appears in court.