https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/australian-lawmaker-loses-both-legs-in-vehicle-attack-as-suspect-appears-in-courtContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/australian-lawmaker-loses-both-legs-in-vehicle-attack-as-suspect-appears-in-courthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/australian-lawmaker-loses-both-legs-in-vehicle-attack-as-suspect-appears-in-court#u153884Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:45:32 +0000Australian independent lawmaker Helen Haines had both legs amputated after being struck by a car in an apparent deliberate attack outside her electoral office in Wangaratta. Brendan Nugent, a 43-year-old man, appeared in court facing multiple charges as police investigate the motive behind the incident. Haines' husband stated she is in stable condition, though separate reports indicate she remains critical three days after the vehicle assault. The town of Wangaratta has turned orange in support of the wounded member of parliament.Why it mattersThe targeted attack has left Australian polit