MOSCOW, Oct 21 (Bernama-Sputnik/RIA Novosti) -- The family of Australian man Brendan Nugent, who is accused of assaulting federal lawmaker Helen Haines, had been friends with her for more than 20 years, according to ABC on Wednesday, citing the suspect’s relatives, reported Sputnik/RIA Novosti.
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An Australian lawmaker's family had been friends with the suspected attacker for over 20 years, according to reports.
- Brendan Nugent's family has known Helen Haines for more than 20 years.
- Nugent allegedly attacked Haines with an SUV, leaving her in critical condition.
- Nugent faces charges including serious injury and harming a public official.
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