The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested an 18-year-old male in relation to an ongoing investigation into community unrest that occurred in Laramba in August. Several Southern Desert Division stations have been jointly investigating the incidents.
It is alleged during the unrest on the 10 August; the offender discharged an arrow from a bow at a 48-year-old male which became lodged in the victim’s wrist. He was conveyed to the Alice Springs Hospital and underwent surgery to have the arrow removed.
The 18-year-old was arrested on Friday afternoon in Papunya, and he has been charged with Recklessly Endangering Serious Harm and Going Armed in Public.
He was refused bail and will appear in the Alice Springs Local Court today.
Anyone with further information in relation to the incident is urged to contact police on 131 444, quoting reference NTP2600076864. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.
