Australian politician struck by car in violent attack loses both legs
Australian lawmaker Helen Haines had both legs amputated after a driver allegedly struck her with an SUV twice in what authorities are investigating as a serious act of violence against a federal official.
TL;DR
- Australian lawmaker Helen Haines had both legs amputated.
- She was allegedly struck twice by an SUV.
- Authorities are investigating the incident as a serious act of violence against a federal official.
- Haines is in critical condition at a Melbourne hospital.