An initial prison assessment of the man who allegedly attacked federal MP Helen Haines finds no indication of ideological extremism. newsiviewlistenLoading ABC NewsNews HomeAlleged Helen Haines attacker Brendan Nugent was likely in psychosis, prison report saysShareShare articleAlleged Helen Haines attacker Brendan Nugent was likely in psychosis, prison report saysExclusive by investigative reporters Danny Tran and Antonia O'FlahertyTopic:Courts. Brendan Nugent is next due to appear in court in February next year.