The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating a disturbance that occurred in Alice Springs early this morning.
Around 4:40am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received multiple reports of a violent disturbance occurring on Rubuntja Crescent in Arumbera.
It is alleged a group of people were engaged in fighting, some armed with edged weapons. Upon police arrival, the armed offenders allegedly fled the scene in three vehicles.
Pursuits were initiated with a 19-year-old male being arrested after fleeing from one of the vehicles on foot. No weapons were located inside the vehicle.
The second vehicle was abandoned with all occupants fleeing on foot. Multiple weapons were located inside and seized by police.
The third vehicle remains outstanding, and investigations are ongoing to identify the offenders involved in the disturbance.
The 19-year-old male has since been charged with:
- Drive medium range blood alcohol content
- Fail to obey direction of a police officer
- Learner driver – No authorised person in front
No injuries were reported to police, and proactive patrols were conducted in the area to ensure community safety.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444, quoting reference P26292856. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://www.crimestoppersnt.com.au.
