Helen Haines’ condition revealed in health update as police probe motive behind alleged attack

Key points

• Federal MP Helen Haines remains in a critical condition almost a week after an alleged targeted attack outside her Wangaratta office. Her legs were amputated in the days after the incident.
• Her alleged attacker, 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, faces charges including intentionally causing serious injury. Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Mike Bush said police are examining a possible rift between Nugent and his family as one motive.
• Nugent is due back in court on February 4.