Australian MP loses both legs in vehicle attack as suspect appears in court
Independent lawmaker Helen Haines is in stable condition, her husband says, as suspect charged with three offences.
Al Jazeera English reports: Independent lawmaker Helen Haines is in stable condition, her husband says, as suspect charged with three offences.
The story is also being covered by DW. DW adds that doctors have amputated both of Helen Haines legs after the Australian lawmaker was hit in an apparent deliberate attack.
This world story centres on Australia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Australian MP, Helen Haines and Australian.
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- Australia · Oceania
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- Australian MP, Helen Haines, Australian
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- World
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- Al Jazeera EnglishAustralian MP loses both legs in vehicle attack as suspect appears in court
- DWAustralian MP Helen Haines loses both legs after car attack as suspect appears in court
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