Australian MP Helen Haines now in serious but stable condition following alleged attack
Australian MP Helen Haines is in serious but stable condition after being struck by a vehicle in what police allege was a deliberate attack. The incident resulted in the amputation of both her legs, prompting an outpouring of community support and donations.
Why it matters
The attack on a sitting member of parliament is a major security and political event that has sparked national concern and solidarity.
The condition of injured MP Helen Haines has improved from critical to serious but stable after more than four days in hospital.
Haines suffered critical injuries on Monday when she was struck by a vehicle outside her electorate office.
Police allege the incident was a deliberate attack by 43-year-old Tarrawingee man Brendan Nugent , who faces multiple charges.
On Saturday morning, the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne said Haines's condition had improved and she was now stable.
Haines lost both legs as a result of the crash .
It's the first improvement to her condition since she was flown to hospital after being pinned between vehicles outside her office on Monday.
The horrific incident led to Haines's left leg being amputated on Monday.
Floral tributes have been left outside Haines's electorate office in Wangaratta by supporters.
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