Northern Territory Police have arrested a 40-year-old man in relation to the alleged indecent touching of a child under the age of 16.
Police allege that on 24 June 2026, a child under the age of 16 attending a vacation care program at a school in the Greater Darwin Region was indecently touched by a male educator.
The matter was referred to the Child Abuse Taskforce, which commenced an investigation. The man was arrested yesterday and has since been charged with:
- Indecent touching or act – child under 16 years
- Grooming to engage in sexual activity – child under 16 years
He was refused bail to appear before Darwin Local Court on Monday 29 June 2026.
Acting Commander Kirk Pennuto said the Child Abuse Taskforce’s investigation remains ongoing.
“Detectives are continuing to investigate this matter, including whether there is any further alleged offending linked to the man.
“Police have notified SAFE NT regarding the man’s OCHRE Card. It is understood he has been stood down from his employment while the investigation continues.”
