Teens allegedly steal car from Larrakeyah, tracked down by dog and police in Fannie Bay

A dramatic chase through Darwin’s inner-city suburbs has resulted in the arrest of two teens over an alleged aggravated robbery.

Two teenage boys appeared in court on Monday following a dramatic dog squad chase that saw a senior officer scale a suburban roof.

On Saturday night, police were called to reports of an alleged aggravated robbery in Larrakeyah at the hands of two youths.

The driver of a Nissan Tiida was approached by a 13-year-old and 15-year-old shortly after 10pm.

It’s alleged the pair threatened the driver with an “edged weapon” before stealing his vehicle.

NT Police’s Strike Force Trident unit soon spotted the vehicle and attempted a traffic apprehension.

Police Dog Wedge played a major part in the search. Picture: NT PFES Media

The two teens dumped the car on Peale St in Parap before fleeing over a fence.

Patrol Dog Wedge successfully sniffed out alleged offenders’ scent through multiple properties, leading police to find the pair in Fannie Bay.

Senior Constable Unwin scaled an East Point Rd property after PD Wedge began jumping up on the building’s windows and walls.

The officer then spotted the alleged thieves scrambling down a tree and jumping a fence into a business next door.

PD Wedge found both offenders in scrub at the back of the property, with police arresting the pair.

The 15-year-old was charged with six offences including aggravated robbery, assault with intent to steal and drive without headlights illuminated.

The 13-year-old was charged with aggravated robbery, assault with intent to steal and unlawful use of motor vehicle.

Both were remanded to appear in court.

Originally published as Teens allegedly steal car from Larrakeyah, tracked down by dog and police in Fannie Bay