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Australian MP loses both legs after alleged car attack

Australian MP loses both legs after alleged car attack
BBC World Wednesday 21 October 2026, 07:56 UTC 1 min read
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Her alleged attacker, 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, faces multiple charges and appeared in court for the first time on Wednesday.

Her alleged attacker, 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, faces multiple charges and appeared in court for the first time on Wednesday.
Australian (ORG) Brendan Nugent (PERSON)
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