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Australian MP Helen Haines has lost both of her legs after being rammed by a 4×4 by one of her constituents.
In a heartbreaking update from her husband Phil, it was confirmed that surgeons were unable to save Helen’s right leg.
Phil told reporters: ‘Helen is alive and she’s stable; that is the most important thing for our family. Both her heart and her mind are in good shape.’
Brendan Nugen, 43, allegedly exited the vehicle and was arrested at the scene after being tackled by bystanders.
He has now been charged.
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Nugent’s father, Rod Nugent, and Rod’s partner, Christine Cunningham, said in a statement shared today: ‘Helen has been our friend for more than 20 years and what happened to her yesterday is devastating and unfathomable.
‘All of our love and all of our thoughts are with Helen and her family and friends.
‘We would like to sincerely thank members of the local community and police who came to Helen’s aid yesterday after the shocking and horrific crime. We will be assisting Victoria Police in any way we can.’
Police found a knife inside the Toyota, the force said. The motive, if any, remains unclear.