Helen Haines lost both legs in alleged attack at office
Helen Haines lost both legs after being rammed by a vehicle outside her Wangaratta office.
Helen Haines, the independent MP for Indi, was allegedly rammed by a vehicle outside her Wangaratta office a week ago. Haines lost both legs in the attack.
Haines' condition is serious, though no longer critical. A man named Brendan Nugent from a nearby town has been charged.
The motive is not yet known. MPs across the House of Representatives honoured her with tributes, many wearing orange and white in solidarity.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Angus Taylor both said they expect Haines to return to the chamber.
- Independent MP for Indi
- Role
- Wangaratta office
- Location
- Lost both legs
- Injuries
- Brendan Nugent
- Charged
Why it mattersThe attack on a sitting MP raises questions about civility and safety in Australian politics.
AustraliaThe attack has sparked parliamentary debate about how to balance robust democracy with civility and member safety.
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