Australian politician who was hit by car has lost both legs

Doctors have amputated both of Australian federal lawmaker Helen Haines' legs as she remains in critical condition after being repeatedly hit by a car in an apparent act of political violence, her husband said Wednesday.

Australian politician who was hit by car has lost both legs

TL;DR

  • Australian federal lawmaker Helen Haines had both legs amputated.
  • She is in critical condition following the incident.
  • Haines was repeatedly hit by a car.
  • Her husband suggested the event might be political violence.