NT Police arrest 24-year-old man after alleged attacks on partner

A 24-year-old man has been arrested at a Darwin city address after alleged repeated attacks on his partner. Read the latest Top End crime news.

NT Police car. Picture: Pema Tamang Pakhrin

November 1: NT Police have arrested a man in relation to multiple alleged domestic violence offences against his partner.

The Territory Safety Division arrested the 24-year-old at an address on Smith St in Darwin about 8.30am on October 1, after multiple alleged assaults against his partner

The man remains in police custody and is set to be charged with aggravated assaulted, being armed with an offensive weapon and possess / carry / use of a controlled weapon.

Acting Senior Sergeant Alex Noonan said NT Police were committed to bringing domestic violence offenders before the courts.

“Domestic violence will not be tolerated, and we are committed to bringing these offenders before the courts,” Sergeant Noonan said.

“If you or anyone you know is experiencing domestic or family violence, please reach out on 131 444 or in an emergency call 000. You can also anonymously report through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.”

Man hospitalised after alleged edged weapon attack

November 1: Police are investigating after a man was allegedly struck with an edged weapon by another person known to him.

The 53-year-old man was allegedly assaulted during an altercation with another man on Strawbridge Crescent in Moulden about 4.50pm on Thursday.

St John Ambulance took the victim to Royal Darwin Hospital to received treatment for his injuries.

It is understood the men were known to each other.

Serious Crime detectives have since setup a crime scene as investigations go on.

“Police urge anyone with information or CCTV to make contact on 131 444 and quote reference number P24301289,” a release stated

“You can also report anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or through https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.”

What a load of rubbish: Blazing bin smokes out vacant building

October 31, 12pm: Emergency services have responded to an apparent structure fire at a vacant building on McMinn St.

Smoke filled the air at 11.50am as police and fireys arrived at the scene.

It appeared as though the site, which is listed for sale, had smoke emerging from the rear shed.

Fire crews and NT Police attended a building fire at the old Kalidonis building on McMinns St, Darwin on Thursday October 31. Picture: Melanie Plane

When the smoke appeared to be under control, a team of four police members were led by a firey to further examine the scene.

It is understood the fire was the result of rubbish raked together and set alight.

Nearby witnesses from Mission Australia said they were unsure of what had happened.

Four children arrested after alleged crime spree across Darwin

October 31, 9.30am: Four children have been arrested after they allegedly tried to carjack a vehicle and broke into five businesses in one night.

Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Chris Humphries said the group – aged between 13 and 15 – allegedly broke into businesses across Darwin’s northern suburbs between midnight and 4am Wednesday.

Sergeant Humphries said two members of the group also tried to carjack a vehicle on Wood St.

He alleged the pair approached the victim in their parked vehicle, assaulted them and threatened them with an edged weapon, then fled.

Sergeant Humphries said Strike Force Trident and the Dog Operations Unit tracked the group down with the help of CCTV and ankle monitors.

“This is a great example of efficient teamwork between Strike Force Trident and the Dog Operations Unit,” he said.

“Their ability to identify and apprehend the offenders within two hours of responding demonstrates their dedication and effectiveness.”

Sergeant Humphries said investigations were ongoing.

Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro alleged the group had more than 1000 “previous involvements with police”.

She alleged two of the teens had cut their ankle monitors off.

“The overnight violent crime spree involving this group of youths was shocking and is exactly the reason why we passed our ‘Reducing Crime’ laws on urgency in Parliament this month,” Mrs Finocchiaro said.

“Under Declan’s Law, there will be a presumption against bail for youths aged between 10 and 17, who are serious violent offenders, or repeat offenders.

“Samara Laverty’s son, Declan, was murdered while at work, at the hands of someone out on bail for violent offending.

“This cannot happen to an innocent victim again.”

NT taxi driver attacked by girls after fare ended

October 29, 6am: A taxi driver has been attacked by four girls after a short trip between suburbs.

Northern Watch Commander Steve Langdon said the driver transported the four children from Karama to Leanyer about 2am Tuesday.

Sergeant Langdon said when the taxi pulled up at its destination, the girls assaulted him and fled on foot.

He said the group had yet to be identified, by the taxi driver had given a statement to police.

The vehicle’s CCTV is set to be reviewed.

NT cop charged with domestic violence offences

October 28, 4pm: A Northern Territory Police officer will face court over alleged domestic violence after being served with a notice to appear on Monday afternoon.

In a statement police said the 58-year-old officer was charged with domestic violence offences in connection with an incident on September 21.

The officer has been suspended with pay and is scheduled to appear at the Darwin Local Court on December 9.

Man arrested after Darwin student hit by car

October 28, 12pm: A man has been arrested for alleged drug driving after a student was hit by a car in Darwin, police say.

On Monday morning, police say they received reports a pedestrian had been struck by a car near Bradshaw Terrace and Trower Rd, Casuarina.

NT Police said the driver of the vehicle stopped at the scene to offer support to the pedestrian, a teenage student, who sustained minor injuries.

It was not confirmed whether the student, believed to be aged 13 to 14, had been taken to hospital.

A teenage pedestrian was struck by a car near the Hungry Jack’s on Bradshaw Terrace and Trower Rd, Casuarina

At a press conference mid Monday morning, Assistant Commissioner Janelle Tonkin said the driver had been arrested.

“The adult male driver of that vehicle was subsequently arrested as a result of a positive roadside drug test and will later be charged under the Traffic Act,” she said.

“That investigation is ongoing.”

The Department of Education has been contacted for comment.

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