Australian MP's condition improves after alleged car attack
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Helen Haines had both her legs amputated after what authorities say was a deliberate attack The condition of Helen Haines, the Australian MP hit by a car five days ago in north-east Victoria, has improved from critical to serious but stable.
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The independent MP, 65, had both her legs amputated after what authorities say was a deliberate attack outside her electorate office in Wangaratta, north-east of Melbourne, on Monday.
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In the latest update on Saturday morning, the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne said Haines was in a serious but stable condition, the first improvement since she was airlifted there.
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Her alleged attacker, 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, was arrested shortly after the incident and has since appeared in court on three charges.
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The politician's husband, Phil Haines, said on Wednesday that the "horrendous incident" had caused his wife significant injuries but "her heart and her mind" were "in good shape".
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Shock and disbelief: How the attack on an Australian MP unfolded in a small rural town Nugent, who was arrested moments after he allegedly drove his Toyota LandCruiser into the MP, appeared in court to face three charges: dangerous driving causing serious injury, intentionally causing serious injury, and causing harm to a Commonwealth public official.
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Police said more charges might be laid, including attempted murder.
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His lawyer said his client had "mental health concerns" but did not give any further detail.
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Victoria Police has said its investigation, with support from the Australian Federal Police, remains ongoing and a motive is yet to be established.
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Investigators are looking into whether drug use or medication played a part in the incident.
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Nugent's family has said they were long-time friends with Haines.
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Shortly after the alleged attack, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese told ABC television that there had been a "rise in temperature" and "too much shouting, not enough discourse" in Australia.
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Haines, known for stances such as supporting stronger climate action, entered parliament in 2019 after working as a nurse and midwife. 'Targeted' attack on much-loved MP leaves Australian town heartbroken What we know about Australian MP hit by car in alleged attack
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