Independent MP Helen Haines fights for life after alleged attack | 7NEWS

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Independent federal MP Helen Haines remains in critical condition at Melbourne’s Alfred Hospital after being allegedly repeatedly run over outside her Wangaratta electorate office. The 43-year-old alleged attacker, Brendan Nugent, was restrained by local citizens including a barber and retail worker until police arrived. Haines has had one leg amputated and faces further surgery, while the incident has sparked national concern about political violence and the safety of elected representatives.

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