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Australian MP Helen Haines has both legs amputated after car attack
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Summary
Independent lawmaker Helen Haines has had both legs amputated after a driver allegedly rammed her repeatedly outside her electorate office on Monday, her husband said. A 43-year-old man, identified as Brendan Nugent, faces multiple charges and appeared in court Wednesday. Authorities have not stated a motive for the attack.
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- Australian politician who was hit by car has lost both legsABC News · Oct 21, 3:57 AM
Center
- Australian MP loses both legs after alleged car attack, husband saysBBC News · Oct 21, 3:56 AM
- Australian MP Helen Haines loses both legs after ramming attackUPI · Oct 21, 5:01 AM
- Australian politician Helen Haines loses both legs after car attackAssociated Press via New York Post · Oct 21, 4:15 AM