Police lay charges – Recklessly endanger life in Darwin City

Northern Territory Police have charged three men aged 25, 28 and 32, following an incident on Mitchell Street around 3.00am Sunday 6 December.

The three males were allegedly involved in an altercation before the 28-year-old left the area.

The man then returned in his vehicle and allegedly rammed into a business, where the 25 and 32-year-old were present. The car hit the 25-year-old, causing minor injuries.

The driver was arrested after being transported to Royal Darwin Hospital. The other two men were arrested on the scene.

The 28-year-old driver was remanded in custody and will appear this morning in Darwin Local Court on the following charges:

  • 3 x recklessly endanger life
  • 1 x recklessly endanger serious harm
  • 1 x dangerous driving
  • 1 x acts intended to cause serious harm
  • 1 x drive high range
  • 1 x criminal damage

The 25-year-old has been summonsed for:

  • 1 X engage in violent conduct
  • 1 X affray
  • 1 X fight in a public place

The 32-year-old has been summonsed for:

  • 2 x engage in violent conduct
  • 1 x affray
  • 1 x fighting in a public place

Detective Acting Superintendent Mark Malogorski said, “Police are calling for any witnesses to the incident to contact 131 444. It is very lucky that more patrons were not seriously injured. We urge all members of the community to be responsible with alcohol consumption this festive season.”

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