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Australian Lawmaker Critically Injured After Being Run Over; Suspect Linked to Anti-Israel Stance
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Australian MP Helen Haines, 65, is in critical condition after losing a leg in a deliberate hit-and-run attack. The suspect, Brendan Nugent, 43, an environmental activist with anti-Israel social media posts, was arrested at the scene. Witnesses reported the driver struck Haines twice. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed the attack was intentional, but the motive is currently unknown.
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- Australian MP Helen Haines lost a leg and is hospitalized in critical condition after being run over.
- The suspect, Brendan Nugent, an environmental activist, was arrested at the scene of the attack.
- Nugent's social media reportedly contained harsh anti-Israel messages and posts about the war in Gaza.
- Witnesses stated the driver intentionally hit Haines twice with his vehicle.
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed the attack was deliberate, but the motive is unknown.
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