Man put into Howard Springs quarantine after ignoring rules multiple times

A 29-YEAR-OLD man who had already been issued with an infringement notice has been taken to the Howard Springs quarantine facility after he continued to ignore his quarantine

A 29-YEAR-OLD man who had already been issued with an infringement notice has been taken to the Howard Springs quarantine facility after he continued to ignore his quarantine.. Picture GLENN CAMPBELL

A 29-YEAR-OLD man who had already been issued with an infringement notice has been taken to the Howard Springs quarantine facility after he continued to ignore his quarantine.

The man arrived in Darwin by plane on April 6, 2020 and was required to quarantine in a Darwin hotel.

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Upon arrival, the man was identified as ‘high-risk’ for potential noncompliance. The same day he failed to comply with directions and was issued an infringement notice for breaching quarantine.

Further disruptive behaviour identified that the man was no longer going to comply with directions and police relocated him for an increased level of supervision.

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Commissioner Jamie Chalker said compliance from everyone is essential during this critical period for the Northern Territory.

“The man has been relocated to provide authorities with a level of oversight to ensure the man is properly cared for while he completes his quarantine period.

“Irresponsible behaviour and noncompliance is not tolerated and we will take action against those who threaten the safety of Territorians.”