The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested an 18-year-old male following an indecent assault that occurred at a supermarket in Alice Springs today.
Around 2:30pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that a boy aged between 12 and 16 had been indecently assaulted by a male not known to him in a supermarket in the Alice Springs CBD.
The victim fought off the offender who subsequently left the scene.
Police attended and CCTV footage was obtained.
Shortly after 3:30pm, the 18-year-old offender was arrested on Todd Street. He remains in police custody with charges expected to follow.
Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.
