84 year-old allegedly bashed and carjacked in remote Daly River region by gang of youths
An 84 year-old male has allegedly been bashed and had his car hijacked by a gang of four youths in a remote area of the Top End.
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An 84 year-old male has allegedly been bashed and had his car hijacked by a gang of four youths in a remote area of the Top End.
NT Police are now appealing for information in relation to the alleged robbery that occurred in the Daly River region on Tuesday morning.
Police say that around 8am, police received reports that the 84-year-old man had been allegedly assaulted and had his vehicle stolen approximately a kilometre from the Woolianna Road and Daly River Road intersection.
It is alleged that four youths threw rocks at the 84-year-old and his vehicle after he refused to give them a lift.
The elderly man exited his Toyota HiLux, and a male youth allegedly entered the car and attempted to drive away from the location, but the vehicle stalled.
Police said at this time the 84 year-old attempted to take his keys from the HiLux; however, the group allegedly launched and assault on him before allegedly stealing his vehicle and fleeing the scene.
Daly River police attended, and took the 84-year-old victim to the Daly River Clinic for assessment of his injuries.
Police said the car and the alleged offenders remain outstanding, and investigations are ongoing.
Police urge anyone with information to make contact on 131 444, quoting reference number NTP2500073955. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
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