Australian MP Helen Haines has both legs amputated
By The BriefBrief
Australian federal lawmaker Helen Haines had both legs amputated after a driver allegedly rammed her repeatedly outside her electorate office on Monday, her husband said. Victoria Police allege the attack was targeted. Haines remains in critical but stable condition in hospital, and the suspected driver appeared in court on Wednesday.
WHO:Helen Haines
WHAT:Haines had both legs amputated after a driver allegedly rammed her repeatedly outside her electorate office.
WHEN:Oct 19, 2026
WHERE:Victoria, Australia
WHY:No reason for the alleged attack was reported.
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