He was crushed by a vehicle! Breaking news regarding Australian MP Helen Haines

According to the news of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), independent MP Helen Haines, who was elected to the parliament in 2019, continues her treatment in the hospital after her accident.

Doctors reported that 65-year-old Haines, who was seriously injured after being hit by a vehicle near his office in Victoria yesterday, lost one of his legs, and the operation to save his other leg is continuing.

In addition, doctors reported that the condition of Haines, who was hospitalized in Melbourne, was critical.

DELIBERATE ATTACK BY HIS FRIEND OF 20 YEARS

While it was reported that the driver who was detained at the scene yesterday was 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, it was noteworthy that he had been friends with Haines for years.

According to the BBC, Nugent's father and his partner said they had been friends with Haines for "more than 20 years" and thanked local residents and police who helped him after the "shocking and horrific crime".

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that the attack was carried out deliberately and announced that anti-terrorism teams were involved in the investigation.

According to witness statements cited by Australian Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke, the attacker, who was driving a white Toyota LandCruiser, made a U-turn after passing the point where Haines was. He then rammed the deputy into another car with his vehicle.

HE WILL BE TRIALD FOR 3 DIFFERENT CRIMES

It was reported that Nugent will be tried for dangerous driving causing serious injury, intentionally causing serious injury and harming a public official.

Victoria Police confirmed in a statement that the suspect will be detained overnight and will appear at Wangaratta magistrates' court on Wednesday.

According to ABC NEWS Verify, a neighbor of Nugent said nearby residents frequently called authorities out of concerns about his mental health.

WHO IS HELEN HAINES?

Helen Haines, 65, is an independent MP representing the Indi constituency in the Australian state of Victoria. Haines, who worked as a nurse and midwife before entering politics, earned a master's degree in public health and a doctorate in medical sciences.

Haines, who was first elected to the federal parliament in 2019, became a member of parliament again in the 2022 and 2025 elections. It is especially known for its work on fighting corruption, access to healthcare in rural areas and preventing the abuse of public resources.

Haines is one of the people who played an important role in the establishment of the National Anti-Corruption Commission in Australia.