Violent crime rampage leaves two people in hospital

TWO people have been taken to hospital following a series of violent robberies overnight, including an incident where a man was knocked unconscious in a car and had his wallet stolen

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TWO people have been taken to hospital following a series of violent robberies in the Alice Springs CBD overnight.

Detective Sergeant Michael Ordelman said a man was knocked to the ground by a group of offenders on Todd Street just after 9pm on Saturday.

“The group of offenders then moved to the car park on Gregory Terrace where they accosted a group of people in a car,” he said.

“One of the occupants of the car was knocked unconscious, and his wallet was stolen.

“Just after this a woman had her handbag stolen near a licensed venue in the Mall.

“The victim and a staff member chased the group onto Gregory Terrace.

“The male staff member was assaulted before the group fled towards the Todd River.”

Police said two of the victims had been taken to Alice Springs Hospital for treatment.

Det Sgt Ordelman said a bank card stolen from the bag snatch was later used at businesses in the CBD.

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“Police arrested one of the group of offenders in the Todd River just after 10.30pm,” he said. “He is currently in custody at the Watch House assisting Police with inquiries.”

The matter is being investigated by Strike Force Viper and Alice Springs Criminal Investigation Branch.

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Police are calling for any witnesses that may have seen any of these incidents to contact 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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