Brendan Nugent appears in court for ramming of MP Helen Haines
Brendan Nugent has idiopathic transverse myelitis, a condition causing spinal inflammation and muscle weakness.
Brendan Nugent, 43, appeared at Wangaratta Magistrates Court on Wednesday. Nugent faced allegations of ramming independent federal MP Helen Haines outside her office.
The court heard Nugent suffers from a rare condition called idiopathic transverse myelitis, a sudden inflammation of the spinal cord that causes muscle weakness, sensory loss, and bladder or bowel problems.
Nugent's lawyer told the court Nugent has a concussion. The lawyer said Nugent has undiagnosed mental health concerns.
The lawyer wants him to see a doctor. Nugent did not apply for bail.
He remains in custody. He is charged with dangerous driving causing serious injury.
He is also charged with intentionally causing serious injury. He is charged with causing harm to a public official.
He is charged with cannabis cultivation and cannabis possession. He will return to court on February 4.
- 43
- Defendant age
- Wangaratta Magistrates Court
- Court location
- Idiopathic transverse myelitis
- Neurological condition
- February 4
- Return to court
Why it mattersThe defendant's health matters to the case. It may affect how the case proceeds. His mental state is also important. The court needs to know if he is fit to stand trial.
AustraliaThe alleged attack on a federal MP has prompted Victoria Police, Parliament, and federal authorities to review security arrangements and conduct investigations across state lines.
Corroborated byabc.net.au·perthnow.com.au
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