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Helen Haines Attack Investigation Updates

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The Australian MP Helen Haines has reportedly lost her leg and is in a critical condition after being hit by a car outside her electoral office in Victoria.

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Haines was hit by a white Toyota Landcruiser at 15:35 (04:35 GMT) outside her office on Murphy Street in Wangaratta, police say.

12 of 15 outletsfirst reported 19 Octwording from BBC

Police late on Tuesday charged Tarrawingee man Brendan Nugent, 43, with dangerous driving causing serious injury, intentionally cause serious injury and causing harm to a Commonwealth public official.

8 of 15 outletsfirst reported 20 Octwording from Daily Mail

During his first court appearance, Nugent’s lawyer, Chirag Patel, told a magistrate his client suffered from a rare neurological condition, idiopathic transverse myelitis, and had a concussion caused by the accident but was not on any prescribed medication.

5 of 15 outletsfirst reported 21 Octwording from Sydney Morning Herald

A former nurse, Haines is an independent federal MP for the Victorian seat of Indi and is known for her socially conscious policy positions on the environment and transparency.

7 of 15 outletsfirst reported 19 Octwording from Al Jazeera

What each outlet says

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Sydney Morning Herald28 Oct

Brendan Nugent claims he accidentally hit Helen Haines with his car on October 19 outside her Wangaratta office in Victoria, leading to her losing both legs and being hospitalized in serious but stable condition. Witnesses say Nugent’s Toyota LandCruiser struck Haines twice after a U-turn, prompting charges of dangerous driving causing serious injury and intentionally causing serious injury. Despite police…

Brendan Nugent claims he panicked after hitting Helen Haines accidentally with his car →24 articles from Sydney Morning Herald on this story
Daily Mail29 Oct

A man accused of deliberately ramming his vehicle into federal MP Helen Haines outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria, has claimed the incident was an accident and a result of panic. The independent MP for Indi remains hospitalized with both legs amputated following the October 19 attack. Brendan Nugent, 43, faces charges including dangerous driving causing serious harm and causing injury to a Commonwealth…

Claim from man accused of mowing down MP Helen Haines in horror attack that cost her both legs: 'Accident' →16 articles from Daily Mail on this story
ABC News (AU)23 Oct

Victoria’s police commissioner stated that a reported conflict between Brendan Nugent and his family is part of the current inquiry into the attack on Indi MP Helen Haines. The commissioner also noted that Nugent's family has been cooperative with investigators. As of now, Ms. Haines remains in critical condition, and her medical team will provide an update later today.

Breaking: Family rift among lines of inquiry for police investigating Brendan Nugent →14 articles from ABC News (AU) on this story
The Guardian25 Oct

Krissy Barrett, the Australian Federal Police (AFP) commissioner, warned that politicians' heated rhetoric and imagery are fueling threats against members of parliament. Following an alleged attack on independent MP Helen Haines in Wangaratta, which left her with serious injuries requiring a double leg amputation, Barrett highlighted the surge in reported threats to the AFP over the last 24 hours. She emphasized the…

AFP boss says politicians’ heated rhetoric is fuelling threats against MPs →10 articles from The Guardian on this story
The Independent26 Oct

Australia’s parliament resumed with heightened security on Monday, holding a tribute for independent member Helen Haines who was critically injured last week when an SUV rammed her twice outside her office in Melbourne; she remains hospitalized after undergoing amputations of both legs. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned what he called the “rise in anger” distorting public discourse and linked it to…

Australian parliament pays tribute to Helen Haines as PM Albanese condemns increasing ‘rage and aggression’ →7 articles from The Independent on this story
BBC24 Oct

Helen Haines, an Australian Independent MP who was critically injured in a car attack outside her electorate office in Wangaratta five days ago, has seen her condition improve from critical to serious but stable at the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne. The 65-year-old politician required both legs amputated following what authorities described as a deliberate assault by 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, who faces charges…

Australian MP's condition improves after alleged car attack →7 articles from BBC on this story
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New York Post21 Oct

Australian politician Helen Haines, 65, lost both legs after being hit by a car in what appears to be an act of political violence. She remains in critical condition but stable, receiving treatment at a Melbourne hospital following the attack on Monday in Wangaratta. The accused attacker, Brendan Nugent, 43, appeared in court and faces charges including intentionally causing serious injury; he is in custody until…

Australian politician Helen Haines loses both legs after car attack →3 articles from New York Post on this story
Toronto Star26 Oct

Australia’s Parliament resumed with heightened security on Monday following an alleged act of political violence that critically injured independent lawmaker Helen Haines last week. Security measures were tightened as lawmakers paid tribute to Haines, who remains in serious but stable condition after leg amputations. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized the rise in public anger and aggressive discourse enabled…

Australian Parliament pays tribute to injured lawmaker under increased security →3 articles from Toronto Star on this story
Al Jazeera21 Oct

Helen Haines, an Australian politician, lost both legs following an assault where a car deliberately rammed into her vehicle. Police have charged the driver, Brendan Nugent, with intentionally harming a Commonwealth public official. The incident is being investigated to determine the circumstances that led to this attack.

What happened to Australian politician Helen Haines? →3 articles from Al Jazeera on this story
South China Morning Post20 Oct

Ricky Jefferies, a barber in Australia, tackled an individual who allegedly drove his Toyota LandCruiser into Member of Parliament Helen Haines, severely injuring her and causing her to lose a leg. After hearing a loud noise outside his shop on Monday, Jefferies ran out to help Haines and restrained the attacker by removing a knife from him and pulling him from the vehicle.

Heroic barber recalls tackling car attacker of Australian MP Helen Haines →2 articles from South China Morning Post on this story
The Hindu20 Oct

Ricky Jefferies, an Australian barber from Wangaratta, intervened during an alleged attack on lawmaker Helen Haines on Monday, October 19, 2026. After hearing a loud noise outside his shop, Jefferies ran to assist and restrained the attacker, who was allegedly carrying a knife, until police arrived. Haines, a 65-year-old MP, remains in critical condition after being airlifted to hospital following the incident…

Australian barber hailed as hero for running to lawmaker’s rescue during attack →2 articles from The Hindu on this story
Washington Examiner19 Oct

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the attack as a deliberate act after an Australian lawmaker, 65-year-old independent federal legislator Helen Haines, was struck by a Toyota Land Cruiser outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria on Monday and hospitalized. Police confirmed that the incident occurred near Haines’s electoral district office.

Australian lawmaker struck by SUV in what prime minister called a ‘deliberate act’ →
Times of India20 Oct

Ricky Jefferies, an Australian barber from Wangaratta, intervened and detained a man accused of deliberately driving his vehicle into lawmaker Helen Haines, seriously injuring her on Monday. Jefferies removed a knife from the alleged attacker's pocket, restrained him until police arrived, and was praised by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as a hero for his actions. The incident is under investigation by several…

Barber Detains Alleged Attacker: Local overpowers man accused of ramming MP; probe eyes political violence →
Deutsche Welle21 Oct

Independent Australian MP Helen Haines lost both her legs after an apparent deliberate car attack outside her constituency office in Wangaratta on Monday. A 43-year-old suspect from Tarrawingee appeared in court charged with intentionally causing serious injury and other offenses related to the incident. Local barber Ricky Jeffries was hailed as a hero for restraining the driver until police arrived, despite the man…

Australian MP Helen Haines loses both legs after car attack as suspect appears in court →

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Haines, 65, was airlifted to hospital where she underwent surgery overnight.

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Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke told Australian Broadcasting Corp., citing witness accounts, that the driver allegedly reversed and struck Haines a second time, pinning her against her car, after initially hitting her.

6 outlets

For years, we’ve received warnings that Australia is not immune to the phenomenon of political violence that is a growing problem in affluent, democratic countries around the world.

5 outlets

Early investigations suggested the driver, identified as a 43-year-old man, performed a U-turn before hitting Haines as she was loading or unloading things from the trunk of her car, prime minister Anthony Albanese said.

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Grace Tame erupts at Aussies' reaction to the alleged attack on Helen Haines: 'Australia, you've done it again - as disturbing as the attack itself' Daily Mail

How it changed

  1. 19 Oct

    Dr Helen Haines, the popular independent MP for Indi, was hit by a car on Monday in what prime minister Anthony Albanese described as an “attack” and a “deliberate act”.

    13 outlets · The Guardian
  2. 20 Oct

    Ms Haines has lost one leg, while doctors are working to save the other, reported Australian media citing sources.

    9 outlets · The Independent
  3. 21 Oct

    Patel said Nugent was also suffering from concussion and idiopathic transverse myelitis – an inflammatory disorder of the spinal cord.

    4 outlets · The Guardian
  4. 24 Oct

    On Friday, an update on Haines’s social media accounts said her staff were working to reopen her electorate offices next Thursday.

    3 outlets · The Guardian
  5. 26 Oct

    MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Australia’s Parliament resumed with increased security Monday and paid tribute to lawmaker Helen Haines who was critically injured last week in an alleged act of political violence.

    2 outlets · Toronto Star
  6. 28 Oct

    Two sources familiar with the case, but unable to speak publicly, said Nugent has said he never intended to drive into Haines and that his behaviour at the scene was caused by panic.

    2 outlets · Sydney Morning Herald

Coverage 95 articles

Where to start Australian MP Helen Haines loses both legs after car attack as suspect appears in court Deutsche Welle

Suggested from 13 outlets (1 flagged as leaning left, 0 right): one of the fuller accounts, no political position was found in its wording and its publisher is declared as reporting rather than commentary.

  • 29 Oct Claim from man accused of mowing down MP Helen Haines in horror attack that cost her both legs: 'Accident'A man accused of deliberately ramming his vehicle into federal MP Helen Haines outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria, has claimed the incident was an accident and a result of panic. The independent MP for Indi remains hospitalized with both legs amputated following the October 19 attack. Brendan Nugent, 43, faces charges including dangerous driving causing serious harm and causing injury to a Commonwealth…Daily Mail
  • 28 Oct Brendan Nugent claims he panicked after hitting Helen Haines accidentally with his carBrendan Nugent claims he accidentally hit Helen Haines with his car on October 19 outside her Wangaratta office in Victoria, leading to her losing both legs and being hospitalized in serious but stable condition. Witnesses say Nugent’s Toyota LandCruiser struck Haines twice after a U-turn, prompting charges of dangerous driving causing serious injury and intentionally causing serious injury. Despite police…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 26 Oct The cardboard cockatoo, the empty seat and a parliament’s reckoning with rageThe Australian parliament held a reflection on rising political violence after independent MP Helen Haines was hit by a car outside her office and lost both legs. Colleagues honored Haines with a cardboard cockatoo in place of her usual seat, symbolizing community unity and respectful debate. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese linked increasing anger to social media anonymity, while Opposition Leader Angus Taylor…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 26 Oct Australian parliament pays tribute to Helen Haines as PM Albanese condemns increasing ‘rage and aggression’Australia’s parliament resumed with heightened security on Monday, holding a tribute for independent member Helen Haines who was critically injured last week when an SUV rammed her twice outside her office in Melbourne; she remains hospitalized after undergoing amputations of both legs. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned what he called the “rise in anger” distorting public discourse and linked it to…The Independent
  • 26 Oct Australian Parliament pays tribute to injured lawmaker under increased securityAustralia’s Parliament resumed with heightened security on Monday following an alleged act of political violence that critically injured independent lawmaker Helen Haines last week. Security measures were tightened as lawmakers paid tribute to Haines, who remains in serious but stable condition after leg amputations. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized the rise in public anger and aggressive discourse enabled…Toronto Star
  • 25 Oct Australia news LIVE: Haines tributes to open parliamentary proceedings today; One in three households experiencing food insecurity, new research findsToday’s coverage includes updates on Helen Haines’ condition following her car accident last week; she is now serious but stable after leg amputations. Tributes for Haines will open parliamentary proceedings, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and other MPs set to speak. Parliament also plans to debate Labor’s proposed Digital Duty of Care laws, which aim to give social media users more control over algorithms and…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 25 Oct AFP boss reveals determining motive is central to probe into alleged Helen Haines attack as detectives face 'months' of workAFP Commissioner Chrissy Barrett revealed that determining the motive behind the alleged attack on independent MP Helen Haines remains central to an ongoing investigation involving detectives from Victoria Police, the AFP, and ASIO. The inquiry is expected to take months as investigators analyze various factors such as Nugent's mental health and social media activity. Despite being charged with dangerous driving…Daily Mail
  • 25 Oct AFP boss says politicians’ heated rhetoric is fuelling threats against MPsKrissy Barrett, the Australian Federal Police (AFP) commissioner, warned that politicians' heated rhetoric and imagery are fueling threats against members of parliament. Following an alleged attack on independent MP Helen Haines in Wangaratta, which left her with serious injuries requiring a double leg amputation, Barrett highlighted the surge in reported threats to the AFP over the last 24 hours. She emphasized the…The Guardian
  • 25 Oct AFP chief reveals scale of threats to MPsAustralian Federal Police (AFP) Commissioner Krissy Barrett revealed the increasing number of violent threats against Members of Parliament (MPs), noting that one person is charged weekly with criminal offenses related to these threats. Speaking on ABC’s Insiders, Barrett emphasized a correlation between politicians' rhetoric and the surge in abuse directed at MPs, particularly women who face sexual violence…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 24 Oct Australian MP Helen Haines no longer in critical condition after alleged attackIndependent Australian MP Helen Haines is no longer in critical condition after being struck by a car outside her office in Wangaratta, Australia, five days ago. The attack left both of her legs amputated, and she remains in serious but stable condition at The Alfred hospital in Melbourne. Police have charged Brendan Nugent with dangerous driving causing serious injury and intentionally causing serious injury, among…The Independent
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  • 24 Oct Australian MP's condition improves after alleged car attackHelen Haines, an Australian Independent MP who was critically injured in a car attack outside her electorate office in Wangaratta five days ago, has seen her condition improve from critical to serious but stable at the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne. The 65-year-old politician required both legs amputated following what authorities described as a deliberate assault by 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, who faces charges…BBC
  • 24 Oct Update in Helen Haines' recovery after alleged attack left her fighting for life - as complex writings of her accused attacker emerge: 'Three plus universes'Federal MP Dr Helen Haines' condition has improved from critical to serious but stable after she was allegedly hit by a Toyota LandCruiser driven by Brendan Nugent outside her office in Wangaratta on Monday. Nugent faces charges including dangerous driving causing serious harm and is being held without bail until February, with concerns raised about his mental health status despite no prior diagnosis of issues. The…Daily Mail
  • 24 Oct Helen Haines’s condition improves days after losing both legs from alleged attackFederal MP Helen Haines’s condition improved to serious but stable after she lost both legs following an alleged car attack near her electorate office in Wangaratta, north-east Victoria on Monday. The Alfred Hospital provided this update on Saturday morning. Police charged Brendan Nugent with dangerous driving and causing harm to a Commonwealth official, among other offenses; he appeared in court without bail the…The Guardian
  • 23 Oct Breaking: Family rift among lines of inquiry for police investigating Brendan NugentVictoria’s police commissioner stated that a reported conflict between Brendan Nugent and his family is part of the current inquiry into the attack on Indi MP Helen Haines. The commissioner also noted that Nugent's family has been cooperative with investigators. As of now, Ms. Haines remains in critical condition, and her medical team will provide an update later today.ABC News (AU)
  • 22 Oct A mother's heartfelt letter to Helen HainesLizz Gourley, a resident of Wangaratta, wrote an emotional letter to MP Helen Haines following the accident that left her in critical condition in a Melbourne hospital. The letter expresses deep sorrow and admiration for Haines, who Gourley met briefly as a kind and compassionate community leader. Attached to the letter is a photo of Haines holding Gourley’s four-week-old daughter Minnie, symbolizing the human…ABC News (AU)
  • 22 Oct Grace Tame erupts at Aussies' reaction to the alleged attack on Helen Haines: 'Australia, you've done it again - as disturbing as the attack itself'Grace Tame, a former Australian of the Year, criticized how public figures and media responded to an alleged attack on independent MP Helen Haines in Wangaratta, Victoria. The attacker allegedly struck Haines multiple times with a car, resulting in her losing both legs. Tame accused commentators of using Haines's traumatic experience for political gain rather than showing compassion. She argued that Australians…Daily Mail
  • 21 Oct What happened to Australian politician Helen Haines?Helen Haines, an Australian politician, lost both legs following an assault where a car deliberately rammed into her vehicle. Police have charged the driver, Brendan Nugent, with intentionally harming a Commonwealth public official. The incident is being investigated to determine the circumstances that led to this attack.Al Jazeera
  • 21 Oct Helen Haines attack live updates: Indi MP loses both legs, husband confirms as vigil held in Wodonga; more details emerge about alleged attacker Brendan Nugent’s pastIn Wangaratta, Helen Haines, an independent member of parliament for Indi, lost both her legs in an attack outside her electorate office. Her husband Phil confirmed this while addressing a vigil held in Wodonga with Governor-General Sam Mostyn, who emphasized the need for collective reflection and improvement following the incident. Former MP Cathy McGowan spoke at the vigil about the broader implications of…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 21 Oct What happens next in court case for Helen Haines's accused attacker?Brendan Nugent, 43, appeared for the first time in Wangaratta Magistrates' Court after being accused of attacking Indi MP Helen Haines. He was remanded in custody and taken to Melbourne Assessment Prison without entering a plea; his next court appearance is set for February 4, 2027. Police have until Christmas Eve to present their brief of evidence, which may include extensive digital records from Nugent's internet…ABC News (AU)
  • 21 Oct Attack on Australian MP Haines: How threats against legislators have soaredIndependent Australian lawmaker Helen Haines underwent leg amputations after being struck by a car outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria, on Monday. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called it a deliberate attack amid growing concerns over threats and intimidation against lawmakers due to increasing online extremism. Police arrested 43-year-old Brendan Nugent for the assault and charged him with dangerous driving…Al Jazeera
  • 21 Oct Australian MP Helen Haines loses both legs after car attack as suspect appears in courtIndependent Australian MP Helen Haines lost both her legs after an apparent deliberate car attack outside her constituency office in Wangaratta on Monday. A 43-year-old suspect from Tarrawingee appeared in court charged with intentionally causing serious injury and other offenses related to the incident. Local barber Ricky Jeffries was hailed as a hero for restraining the driver until police arrived, despite the man…Deutsche Welle
  • 21 Oct Australian MP loses both legs after alleged car attack
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  • 21 Oct Australian politician Helen Haines loses both legs after car attackAustralian politician Helen Haines, 65, lost both legs after being hit by a car in what appears to be an act of political violence. She remains in critical condition but stable, receiving treatment at a Melbourne hospital following the attack on Monday in Wangaratta. The accused attacker, Brendan Nugent, 43, appeared in court and faces charges including intentionally causing serious injury; he is in custody until…New York Post
  • 21 Oct ‘Don’t let violence win’: McGowan’s plea as Haines fights for lifeCathy McGowan, former independent MP, addressed residents in Wodonga after Helen Haines, her successor, was critically injured when a local man drove into her outside her electorate office in Tarrawingee on Monday. Haines, 65, is now in critical condition and has had both legs amputated; the attacker, Brendan Nugent, 43, did not apply for bail. McGowan warned that the attack threatens Australian democracy by…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 21 Oct Haines attack is rare but not without a precedentA recent attack on Australian politician Helen Haines in Wangaratta has drawn attention to the safety risks faced by public officials, particularly women. While violent attacks against politicians are rare, they have occurred before, such as an assassination attempt on Arthur Calwell and the killing of John Newman. The incident highlights the broader issue of online abuse and the difficulty for women to engage…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 21 Oct Helen Haines has lost both legs after Monday’s alleged attack but ‘her heart and mind in good shape’, husband saysIndependent MP Helen Haines lost both legs after being struck by a car near her electorate office in Wangaratta, Victoria, on Monday. Her husband Phil said she remains stable and that her heart and mind are “in good shape,” emphasizing her compassionate nature and sharp intellect. Police have charged Brendan Nugent with dangerous driving causing serious injury and other offenses related to the alleged targeted…The Guardian
  • 21 Oct Caution needed on linking Helen Haines attack to PM’s grievancesPrime Minister Anthony Albanese is facing criticism for his response to the attack on independent MP Helen Haines, suggesting that media sensationalism fuels political extremism. However, evidence indicates that Brendan Nugent, the attacker, was more influenced by extremist and conspiracy theorists rather than mainstream media coverage. The article argues that while Albanese's concerns about media responsibility are…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 21 Oct The ‘generous’ words Helen Haines had for her rescuersIn Wangaratta, Victoria, Jacob Evans and Jacklyn Black came to the aid of independent MP Helen Haines after she was struck by a vehicle driven by Brendan Nugent. The couple provided immediate medical assistance using a tourniquet and helped keep Haines conscious until emergency services arrived. Despite the severity of the situation, Haines thanked her rescuers, calling them "beautiful people." Evans and Black are…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 21 Oct Helen Haines loses second leg after attack outside officeIndependent MP Helen Haines lost her second leg after being struck by a four-wheel drive vehicle outside her electorate office in Wangaratta on Monday. Her husband Phil Haines announced at a press conference on Wednesday that she is now undergoing surgery for both amputations but remains stable and alive, focusing on the positive aspects of her heart and mind. Governor-General Sam Mostyn praised bystanders who…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 21 Oct Australian MP Helen Haines loses second leg after car ramming ‘attack’, husband saysHelen Haines, an Australian MP, had her second leg amputated after being struck by a car outside her constituency office in what is alleged to be an attack on Monday. Her husband, Phil Haines, provided an update to the media stating that while Helen's condition is stable and both her heart and mind are intact, her recovery will be long and challenging. He expressed gratitude for the support from first responders and…The Independent
  • 21 Oct Brendan Nugent: Suspect silent in first court appearance over ‘attack’ on MP Helen HainesBrendan Nugent, 43, appeared silently in court on Wednesday facing three charges related to a car ramming attack on Australian MP Helen Haines, which left her with severe injuries requiring amputation surgery and currently in critical condition. Nugent is accused of dangerous driving causing serious injury, intentionally causing serious injury, and targeting a Commonwealth public official; police are also…The Independent
  • 21 Oct Rape and death threats shouldn’t be dismissed as a normal part of my jobA GP and former deputy mayor writes about the violent attack on Helen Haines, an MP in rural Victoria who is now critically injured. The author discusses how such violence against politicians, especially women, reflects broader societal issues including gendered violence, mental health struggles, and economic insecurity. They argue that threats and abuse should not be seen as normal for public figures and highlight…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 21 Oct What happened inside court for man charged with Australian MP attackKaty Watson, a BBC correspondent in Australia, reported on the court appearance of 43-year-old Brendan Nugent at Wangaratta courthouse on Wednesday. Nugent was charged with attacking Helen Haines. The article focuses on describing the proceedings during Nugent's first court hearing.BBC
  • 21 Oct Police weigh up further charges against accused Haines attackerPolice are considering additional serious charges against Brendan Nugent, the man accused of deliberately driving into federal MP Helen Haines in Victoria, Australia. Nugent appeared before Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court where he was remanded without bail after being charged with dangerous driving causing serious injury, intentionally causing serious injury, and cultivating cannabis. The court learned that Nugent…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 21 Oct No bail for alleged Helen Haines attacker as police chief warns of Australia’s ‘febrile’ political environmentKrissy Barrett, head of the Australian Federal Police, has criticized the current political climate for increasing threats against members of parliament, noting that one person is charged each week for threatening an MP. Brendan Nugent, 43, faces charges including dangerous driving causing serious injury and intentionally causing serious injury after allegedly attacking independent MP Helen Haines with his vehicle…The Guardian
  • 21 Oct Threats against politicians have jumped fourfold this decadeAuthorities are charging almost one person per week for targeting Commonwealth parliamentarians or high office holders, with incidents rising fourfold since 2020. This trend is highlighted by an attack on Independent MP Helen Haines, where she lost a leg and doctors are fighting to save the other after being hit by a car outside her electorate office in Wangaratta. The Australian Federal Police (AFP) reports that 41…ABC News (AU)
  • 20 Oct Breaking: Lawyer tells court Brendan Nugent has rare neurological conditionBrendan Nugent, 43, appeared in Wangaratta court facing charges including dangerous driving causing serious injury and intentionally causing serious injury after an incident involving federal MP Helen Haines. His lawyer informed the judge that Nugent suffers from a rare neurological condition called Idiopathic transverse myelitis, which can cause paralysis, numbness, and sharp pain. The hearing did not provide…ABC News (AU)
  • 20 Oct Counselling available for Wangaratta residents reeling from Haines attackRed Cross volunteers trained in psychological first aid are arriving in Wangaratta to support residents affected by the attack on local MP Helen Haines. Haines was critically injured when struck by a car and remains hospitalized after having one leg amputated. The driver, 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, faces multiple charges including dangerous driving causing serious injury and intentionally causing serious injury…ABC News (AU)
  • 20 Oct Helen Haines' first words to hero bystanders revealedTwo people who assisted MP Helen Haines after she was critically injured in an alleged attack have shared what she said to them when they arrived. Among her words were mentions of her grandchildren.Sydney Morning Herald
  • 20 Oct Helen Haines' alleged attacker to face court today - as the MP fights for life in hospitalIndependent MP Helen Haines remains hospitalized in critical condition after an alleged attack outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria, where she lost one leg and is fighting to save the other. The man accused of ramming her with his LandCruiser, Brendan Nugent, 43, faces multiple charges including dangerous driving causing serious injury and intentionally causing serious injury. He will appear before a court on…Daily Mail
  • 20 Oct Live: Brendan Nugent to face court over alleged attack on MP Helen HainesBrendan Nugent, a 43-year-old man from Tarrawingee in Victoria, is scheduled to appear in court today facing three charges related to an alleged attack on independent MP Helen Haines. The charges include dangerous driving causing serious injury, intentionally causing serious injury, and the federal offense of causing harm to a Commonwealth public official. Meanwhile, updates about Haines's critical condition are…ABC News (AU)
  • 20 Oct Australian lawmaker loses leg after being rammed twice in vehicle attackIndependent Australian lawmaker Helen Haines lost one leg after a man rammed her car twice in Wangaratta on Monday. The attacker was arrested at the scene and charged with dangerous driving causing serious injury, intentionally causing serious injury, and harming a public official. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese suggested the attack could be linked to the polarized political climate, though police are investigating…New York Post
  • 20 Oct The lonely life of man accused of mowing down MP Helen Haines - and how he drank his days away in a crumbling snakes' den of liquor bottles and rubbishWayne Flower and Jonica Bray report that Brendan Nugent, 43, accused of deliberately running down Victorian MP Helen Haines in Wangaratta, lived in a squalid shack near Tarrawingee, north-east Victoria. The article describes Nugent's property as overgrown with rubbish and empty liquor bottles, contrasting this setting with the neat appearance of nearby houses in the small community. Police guarded Nugent’s property…Daily Mail
  • 20 Oct Anti-Israel activist is charged with driving 4x4 into Australian MP, causing her to lose a leg - as his family reveal she had been a friend of theirs for 20 years
    Daily Mail
  • 20 Oct Man charged over alleged Haines attack
    Sydney Morning Herald
  • 20 Oct Charges laid against man accused of attacking Federal MP Helen HainesBrendan Nugent, 43, has been charged with three offenses including dangerous driving causing injury, intentionally causing injury, and a Commonwealth offense against a public official after allegedly attacking Federal MP Helen Haines in Wangaratta on October 19. Haines was struck multiple times by a Toyota LandCruiser as she was returning to her office from an event; barbershop owner Ricky Jefferies intervened by…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 20 Oct Accused LandCruiser driver who 'rammed MP Helen Haines outside her office and severed her leg' is chargedBrendan Nugent, a 43-year-old man from Tarrawingee, was charged with multiple offenses including dangerous driving causing serious injury and intentionally causing harm to a Commonwealth public official after allegedly ramming independent MP Helen Haines' leg outside her Wangaratta office with his Toyota LandCruiser. Dr. Haines underwent emergency surgery at The Alfred hospital in Melbourne where one of her legs had…Daily Mail
  • 20 Oct Police charge driver with intentionally causing serious injury to Australian federal lawmakerBrendan Nugent, a 43-year-old man from Tarrawingee, has been charged with intentionally causing serious injury after he deliberately struck Australian federal lawmaker Helen Haines twice outside her office in Wangaratta on Monday. Haines, 65, remains hospitalized in critical but stable condition and was airlifted to Melbourne for further treatment. The incident occurred as political violence is uncommon in…Toronto Star
  • 20 Oct Brendan Nugent facing three charges over alleged attack on MP Helen HainesBrendan Nugent, 43, faces three charges after allegedly attacking Member of Parliament Helen Haines in Wangaratta, Victoria. The charges include dangerous driving causing serious injury, intentionally causing serious injury, and harming a Commonwealth public official. Police arrested Nugent on Monday following the incident where he struck Haines with his vehicle outside her office; she is currently hospitalized in…The Guardian
  • 20 Oct Heroic barber recalls tackling car attacker of Australian MP Helen HainesRicky Jefferies, a barber in Australia, tackled an individual who allegedly drove his Toyota LandCruiser into Member of Parliament Helen Haines, severely injuring her and causing her to lose a leg. After hearing a loud noise outside his shop on Monday, Jefferies ran out to help Haines and restrained the attacker by removing a knife from him and pulling him from the vehicle.South China Morning Post
  • 20 Oct Hostility to our MPs must not be the new normalThe article discusses growing hostility and violence against Australian politicians, highlighting an attack on Liberal MP Helen Haines that left her critically injured. Readers express concern over escalating political rhetoric and violent incidents, with examples including Angie Bell’s inflammatory comments about shaming and stoning opposition MPs. The piece also critiques the silence of other leaders like Angus…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 20 Oct Australian barber hailed as hero for running to lawmaker’s rescue during attackRicky Jefferies, an Australian barber from Wangaratta, intervened during an alleged attack on lawmaker Helen Haines on Monday, October 19, 2026. After hearing a loud noise outside his shop, Jefferies ran to assist and restrained the attacker, who was allegedly carrying a knife, until police arrived. Haines, a 65-year-old MP, remains in critical condition after being airlifted to hospital following the incident…The Hindu
  • 20 Oct How the attack on an Australian MP unfoldedAn Australian Member of Parliament, Helen Haines, suffered severe injuries when she was struck by a car near her electoral office in Wangaratta, Victoria. Reports indicate that she is critically ill and has lost one leg due to the incident. Community members have gathered at a local church for a vigil in support of Haines.BBC
  • 20 Oct Australian MP Helen Haines has leg amputated after ‘attack where driver reversed to hit her twice’Independent Australian MP Helen Haines, 65, had her leg amputated after being deliberately hit by a car outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria on Monday. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the attack as intentional and not an accident; witnesses reported that the driver, identified as Brendan Nugent, reversed to strike Haines twice before a local barber intervened. Police are investigating the incident…The Independent
  • 20 Oct The PM was minutes away from headlining a $2,500-a-head Labor fundraiser when everything changed: Inside Albanese's evening scramble as news of Helen Haines attack emergedPrime Minister Anthony Albanese was set to headline a Labor fundraiser in Sydney on Monday night when news emerged that independent MP Helen Haines had been seriously attacked outside her office in Wangaratta. The attack, which left Haines critically injured and fighting for life, prompted Albanese and Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke to cancel their attendance at the $2,500-per-head event hosted by the Labor…Daily Mail
  • 20 Oct Politicians across the spectrum praise Helen Haines after alleged attackPoliticians from various political parties are praising Helen Haines following an alleged attack she experienced. The support includes acknowledgment from the prime minister and recognition of a local barber who intervened during the incident. The article highlights Haines as a well-regarded community leader without providing details about the attack itself or the reactions beyond praise and admiration.Sydney Morning Herald
  • 20 Oct Barber Detains Alleged Attacker: Local overpowers man accused of ramming MP; probe eyes political violenceRicky Jefferies, an Australian barber from Wangaratta, intervened and detained a man accused of deliberately driving his vehicle into lawmaker Helen Haines, seriously injuring her on Monday. Jefferies removed a knife from the alleged attacker's pocket, restrained him until police arrived, and was praised by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as a hero for his actions. The incident is under investigation by several…Times of India
  • 20 Oct Pauline Hanson sharply criticises Albanese after Daily Mail exposed his office's Helen Haines dirt filePauline Hanson criticized Anthony Albanese for spreading political smear tactics, specifically referencing a dirt file his office circulated about independent MP Helen Haines. This criticism came after the Daily Mail revealed that Albanese’s office had shared false information about Haines just before she was severely injured in an alleged attack by Brendan Nugent. Hanson demanded Albanese stop such practices and…Daily Mail
  • 20 Oct Local who came to Helen Haines' aid reveals suspect's chilling reaction after the deliberate attack on the MP: 'He was more worried about his personal belongings'Cody Lepoidevin, an employee at High Country Roadhouse near Wangaratta, Victoria, described how Brendan Nugent, the suspect arrested for deliberately hitting federal MP Helen Haines with a car outside her electorate office on Monday, was more concerned about retrieving his personal belongings than the severity of the attack. Lepoidevin helped restrain Nugent until police arrived and provided support to Haines after…Daily Mail
  • 20 Oct Australia hails hero barber who intervened during alleged attack on MP Helen HainesAustralian barber Ricky Jefferies was praised as a hero for intervening during an alleged attack on Member of Parliament Helen Haines in Wangaratta, where the incident occurred on Monday. Jefferies ran out of his shop when he heard a loud noise and found Haines injured after being hit by a car driven by a 43-year-old man who police allege performed a U-turn before intentionally striking her. He detained the suspect…The Independent
  • 20 Oct 'We were terrified of him': Neighbours reveal chilling encounter with man accused of running down Helen Haines just days before attack - after years of alleged threats and intimidationResidents near Tarrawingee, Victoria, describe living in fear due to years of threats and intimidation by Brendan Nugent, 43, who was arrested after allegedly ramming independent MP Helen Haines with his car. Neighbors report repeated police callouts for loud music, aggressive behavior, and threatening incidents; one described Nugent as screaming threats and running over a family dog. The article highlights the…Daily Mail
  • 20 Oct ‘Deliberate’ car ramming of Australian MP an isolated incident, police sayAustralian Federal Police stated that the car ramming of independent MP Helen Haines outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria, appears to be an isolated incident with no known additional threats. Haines was hit by a Toyota Land Cruiser SUV driven by a 43-year-old man from Tarrawingee and is currently hospitalized following surgery for injuries sustained in the attack, which Prime Minister Anthony Albanese…Al Jazeera
  • 20 Oct Brendan Nugent named as driver apprehended over alleged attack on Helen HainesBrendan Nugent, a 43-year-old forestry campaigner from northeast Victoria with a master’s degree in forest ecosystems science, has been identified as the alleged attacker of Helen Haines. Campaigners and colleagues express shock at his arrest, given his past involvement with environmental groups like the Save our Strathbogie Forest Group where he was once a committee member. Nugent had previously praised Haines for…The Guardian
  • 20 Oct Man, 43, arrested over Australian MP car 'attack' is identified as radical anti-Israel climate campaigner - as Helen Haines remains fighting for her life 'after losing a leg'Brendan Nugent, a 43-year-old radical anti-Israel climate campaigner, was arrested for allegedly deliberately running over Australian MP Helen Haines outside her office in Victoria on Monday, causing her to lose a leg and remain critically ill. Witnesses reported that a white Toyota Land Cruiser drove past Haines, collected items from her car's boot, made a U-turn, and rammed into her twice. Nugent’s social media…Daily Mail
  • 20 Oct Turn down the temperature: Spy chief’s urgent warning as Helen Haines remains in critical conditionMike Burgess, director-general of ASIO, warns Australians to show more respect in public debates to reduce security risks following an attack on independent MP Helen Haines who remains in critical condition after being hit by a car outside her office. In 2025-26, there were 1067 reports of threatening behavior against high-profile officials, up from 951 the previous year. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke highlighted…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 20 Oct Inside the social media account linked to Helen Haines' accused attacker - that was followed by the politician before she was run downBrendan Nugent, 43, is accused of deliberately running over federal MP Helen Haines with a Toyota LandCruiser outside her office in regional Victoria, causing severe injuries including the loss of one leg. Police are investigating Nugent's social media activity on an X account he reportedly manages, which includes posts about radical environmentalism and anti-Israel activism. The account had interacted with Haines…Daily Mail
  • 20 Oct A runner, Nanna and trailblazing MP, Helen Haines's life changed in an instantIndependent Member of Parliament Helen Haines, 65, is in critical condition at Melbourne’s The Alfred hospital following a hit-and-run incident outside her Wangaratta electorate office on Monday. A 43-year-old man has been arrested for the attack. Known for championing regional issues and integrity reforms, Haines made history in 2019 as the first independent to win the rural Victorian seat of Indi after Cathy…ABC News (AU)
  • 20 Oct ‘I don’t want to be known as a hero’: barber who rushed to help Helen Haines praised by PMBarber Ricky Jefferies of Wangaratta intervened when independent MP Helen Haines was allegedly run down in a deliberate attack on Monday afternoon. He ran to help and removed the driver from the car, holding him down until others arrived. Prime Minister Albanese praised Jefferies as a hero, but Jefferies downplayed his actions, saying he had no choice but to act. Many community leaders, including the mayor of…The Guardian
  • 19 Oct Breaking: Man in custody over attack against Helen Haines namedBrendan Nugent, a 43-year-old man known to police and who has undergone mental health assessments, is in custody after allegedly attacking independent MP Helen Haines. The incident occurred when Ms. Haines, 65, was retrieving items from her car's trunk and left her with critical injuries requiring hospitalization. Acting Superintendent Ashley Mason stated that detectives are working to determine the exact…ABC News (AU)
  • 19 Oct Suspect in Helen Haines attack namedBrendan Nugent, a 43-year-old man from Tarrawingee with a history of activism, has been identified as the suspect arrested for attacking Helen Haines by running her over with his car outside her electoral office in Wangaratta. Counter-terrorism police and ASIO are investigating possible motives behind the attack that left Haines critically injured. Nugent is currently in custody and will be interviewed on Tuesday…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 19 Oct Breaking: Man in custody over alleged attack against Helen Haines namedBrendan Nugent, 43, is in custody after allegedly attacking independent Member of Parliament Helen Haines. He was arrested yesterday afternoon and has been questioned by detectives this morning. A source familiar with the investigation indicated that Nugent is known to police and has undergone a mental health assessment.ABC News (AU)
  • 19 Oct Helen Haines was chatting with locals at a dog park on Monday morning. By the afternoon, she was fighting for her life
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  • 19 Oct Helen Haines: independent MP in critical condition in Melbourne’s Alfred hospital after being struck by car in Wangaratta – follow updates
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  • 19 Oct Helen Haines attack live updates: Indi MP in critical condition after attack outside Wangaratta office; 43-year-old man in custody
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  • 19 Oct Warning signs over threats to Australian politicians were rising before MP hit by carViolence against Australian politicians has been on the rise, with recent incidents highlighting growing threats. Independent MP Helen Haines was severely injured when hit by a car outside her office in Wangaratta; authorities arrested a man and seized a knife, suggesting intent though no motive was confirmed. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese acknowledged that MPs face increasing dangers, noting over 20 violent…BBC
  • 19 Oct Australian MP critically injured after apparent car attackIndependent Australian MP Helen Haines is critically injured after being hit by a car outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria, on Monday. A 43-year-old man was detained at the scene with a knife found in his vehicle, leading Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to suggest it might have been a deliberate attack rather than an accident. Political leaders expressed shock and concern, noting an increase in threatening…BBC
  • 19 Oct MP Helen Haines remains critical and could lose a leg after Landcruiser ran her over in 'targetted' attack - as Anthony Albanese confirms counterterrorism probe to unfold in Victoria's anti-authority heartland where Dezi Freeman shot two copsIndependent federal MP Helen Haines remains in critical condition after being struck by a car outside her electorate office in Wangaratta, Victoria, on Monday. The attack is under investigation as possible terrorism; Haines suffered severe lower-body injuries and could lose one of her legs. Counterterrorism units and ASIO are involved in the probe, which follows an anti-authority trend in the region where Dezi…Daily Mail
  • 19 Oct What we know about apparent attack on Australian MP hit by carAustralian MP Helen Haines was critically injured when she was hit by a car outside her office in Wangaratta on Monday afternoon, local time. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called it a deliberate act, and counter-terrorism police are investigating the incident involving a 43-year-old suspect who was arrested at the scene. The suspect's Toyota Landcruiser contained a knife, but authorities have not yet determined if…BBC
  • 19 Oct Australian lawmaker struck by SUV in what prime minister called a ‘deliberate act’Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the attack as a deliberate act after an Australian lawmaker, 65-year-old independent federal legislator Helen Haines, was struck by a Toyota Land Cruiser outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria on Monday and hospitalized. Police confirmed that the incident occurred near Haines’s electoral district office.Washington Examiner
  • 19 Oct What we know so far about the attack on Helen HainesIndependent MP Helen Haines is hospitalized in critical condition after being intentionally hit by a vehicle outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria, on Monday afternoon. A man was arrested at the scene. Prior to entering politics, Haines had a long career in healthcare and became an independent MP representing Indi in 2019 with strong community support. She has been recognized for advocating climate action and…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 19 Oct What we know about the 'attack' on Helen HainesFederal independent MP Helen Haines was critically injured after being struck by a Toyota LandCruiser outside her regional office in Wangaratta, Victoria around 3:30 pm. A 43-year-old man from Tarrawingee was taken into custody following the incident; police found a knife inside the vehicle and are investigating whether it was intentional. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the event as an "attack," though…ABC News (AU)
  • 19 Oct After MP 'attacked' in the street, our democracy is facing its biggest testPrime Minister Anthony Albanese addressed a serious attack on MP Helen Haines outside her electorate office in Wangaratta, Victoria, where she was hit by a four-wheel drive vehicle and suffered critical injuries. A man is in custody, but it's too early to determine if his actions were politically motivated. The incident has sparked concern about the accessibility of politicians in Australia and the increasing…ABC News (AU)
  • 19 Oct Australian prime minister says lawmaker critically injured by car is 'no accident'Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that an apparent deliberate attack critically injured independent lawmaker Helen Haines when she was hit by a car outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria. The driver has been arrested, and Haines, 65, remains in critical condition following the incident involving a Toyota Land Cruiser SUV.Toronto Star
  • 19 Oct Who is Helen Haines, the MP allegedly attacked in Victoria?Dr Helen Haines, an independent MP from Indi in northern Victoria who was elected in 2019, was hit by a car on Monday in what Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called a deliberate attack. Respected for her advocacy on rural health issues and integrity in politics, Haines holds a doctorate in medical science and is known for leading the push for a national anti-corruption commission.The Guardian
  • 19 Oct Australian lawmaker ‘critically’ hurt in attack, officials sayIndependent Australian lawmaker Helen Haines was critically injured when she was deliberately hit by a car outside her office in Wangaratta on Monday. The driver, a 43-year-old man, was detained by bystanders and later arrested; his motive is currently unknown, with the counter-terrorism squad investigating. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned the attack and expressed support for Haines and her community.The Hindu
  • 19 Oct Helen Haines attack must be a turning point for AustraliaPrime Minister Anthony Albanese announced an attack on independent MP Helen Haines, a 65-year-old former nurse known for her respectful demeanor in parliament, involving a vehicle collision that left her with serious leg injuries and in critical condition. The incident follows a pattern of increasing threats against political leaders globally, including in the UK and US, where lockdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 19 Oct Police say a car has hit an Australian lawmaker, critically injuring herPolice in Melbourne, Australia, reported that a car hit federal independent lawmaker Helen Haines, 65, outside her office in Wangaratta on Monday, critically injuring her. The incident is being treated as potentially deliberate, and the driver has been arrested.ABC News (US)
  • 19 Oct Australian lawmaker Helen Haines in critical condition after vehicle attackAustralian lawmaker Helen Haines is in critical condition after being deliberately hit by a car outside her office in Wangaratta, northeast of Melbourne. A 43-year-old suspect has been arrested, and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed concern for Haines’s wellbeing, urging everyone to wait for more information before speculating on the motive behind the attack.South China Morning Post
  • 19 Oct Australian politician critically injured after being struck by car outside her office
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  • 19 Oct Australian MP hit by car outside office as driver arrestedIndependent MP Helen Haines was struck by a vehicle outside her office in Wangaratta, Australia, on Monday and suffered critical injuries. A 43-year-old man from Tarrawingee was arrested at the scene after exiting his Toyota vehicle; police found a knife inside the car. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed that multiple agencies, including the Australian Federal Police, Victoria Police, ASIO, and the Joint…The Independent
  • 19 Oct Helen Haines injured in electorate office incidentIndependent Member of Parliament Helen Haines was injured in a vehicle crash near her office in Wangaratta, Victoria at 3:40 pm local time. The exact nature of her injuries is not specified in the report. Haines gained national attention by becoming the first independent to succeed another MP at the 2019 federal election when she replaced Cathy McGowan in the electorate of Indi.Sydney Morning Herald
  • 19 Oct Live: Indi MP Helen Haines seriously injured in electorate office incidentIndependent MP Helen Haines was seriously injured near her electorate office in Wangaratta, Victoria, shortly before 4pm local time. Emergency services responded to a call involving an incident on Murphy Street where witnesses reported hearing a bang and seeing a woman pinned between two cars; another witness found a knife in the pocket of a man pulled from a white Landcruiser. The Haines family issued a statement…ABC News (AU)
  • 19 Oct Federal MP Helen Haines rushed to hospital after being hit by a car outside her officeIndependent MP Helen Haines was struck by a white Land Rover outside her Wangaratta office on Monday afternoon around 3:30pm, suffering severe lower body injuries and is in critical condition. A local barber witnessed the incident and restrained the driver after finding a flick knife. Police reported that Haines was hit while retrieving items from her car's boot.Daily Mail
  • 19 Oct Helen Haines injured near electorate office: reportsIndependent Member of Parliament Helen Haines was injured near her office in Wangaratta, Victoria, after a vehicle crash reported at 3:40 pm local time. The incident occurred just blocks from where she won her seat in the 2019 federal election as an independent candidate. ABC News provided details but did not specify the extent of Haines' injuries or any updates beyond the initial emergency response.Sydney Morning Herald
  • 19 Oct Breaking: Helen Haines injured in incident near Wangaratta officeHelen Haines was injured in an incident that occurred near her office in Wangaratta. The article does not provide specific details about the nature of the injury or the circumstances leading to it. No additional information such as key numbers, quotes, or further context is given beyond this basic fact.ABC News (AU)

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