Federal MP Helen Haines remains in stable condition after a targeted attack near her electorate office in north-east Victoria left her with severe injuries. Initially critical, she was struck by a car on Monday, and despite efforts to preserve her right leg, surgeons later amputated both limbs due to the extent of her wounds. The incident has raised concerns about political violence as Haines recovers in hospital. Further details on the investigation and her condition are expected as the situation develops.
Haines is in stable condition. Surgeons tried to save her right leg but both have now been amputated due to injuriesGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastThe independent MP Helen Haines has lost both legs but remains in a stable condition, two days after an alleged targeted attack near her electorate office in north-east Victoria.Haines, the federal MP for Indi, had been in a critical but stable condition after she was struck by a car in Wangaratta on Monday afternoon. Surgeons were trying to save her right leg on Tuesday, but both legs had to be amputated due to the seriousness of her injuries. Continue reading...
