Crime reporter John ‘Sly’ Silvester has revealed how the investigation into the alleged attack which left a federal MP without a leg is likely to unfold.

Independent MP Helen Haines is in a critical condition after being hit by a 4WD outside her electoral office.

Brendan Nugent, the 43-year-old man accused of ramming his vehicle into Haines outside her electoral office, appeared in court on Wednesday. He has been ordered to reappear at Wangaratta’s Magistrates Court on February 4.

Press PLAY below to hear what’s likely to happen next in the investigation

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