Man charged with attack on Australian MP as suspect's father says she is family friend
Summary
A 43-year-old man has been charged after Australian MP Helen Haines was hit by a car in Victoria. Haines is in critical condition after the attack, which police say was targeted, and the suspect will appear in court on Wednesday.Key Facts
- Helen Haines, an independent MP for Indi, was hit by a car outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria.
- The suspect, Brendan Nugent, faces charges including dangerous driving causing serious injury and causing harm to a public official.
- Haines was struck twice by the car, suffered serious injuries, and has lost one leg; doctors are trying to save her other leg.
- Bystanders intervened, including a local barber who removed a knife from the suspect.
- Police arrived at the scene within eight seconds of the call and searched a property nearby.
- The suspect’s father and partner said they have been friends with Haines for over 20 years and offered to help the police.
- Police said the incident appears to be isolated, with no other threats known.
- The local community is shocked and has shown support for Haines with vigils and flowers outside her office.
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