Northern Territory Police have arrested a 14-year-old male in relation to a crime series through Tennant Creek.
Between 4:00am and 6:00am on 30 December 2023, 2 separate incidents of unlawful entries were reported to police.
At 4:30am, police received a report of unknown persons that had broken into a residential caravan. 2 offenders entered the caravan armed with a metal pole, demanding the 66-year-old male occupant to lay on the ground, before rummaging through property, while a further 2 offenders remained outside the caravan. The 66-year-old male received medical treatment at Tennant Creek Hospital for bruises and abrasions after being hit by the metal pole.
Around 5:00am, police received a report of an unlawful entry on a residential premises. A window by the front door of the property had been smashed, where the offender gained entry. A 38-year-old male resident was confronted by the adult male with a broomstick, with the 3 young males outside of the property, demanding his wallet and keys. A further offender attempted to enter a bedroom, where the male resident’s wife and children were barricading the door. All offenders fled the scene after stealing the vehicle and wallet.
Northern Territory Police recovered the stolen vehicle a short time later, with forensics examining the vehicle.
A 14-year-old male has been charged with:
- Driving using motor vehicle without consent
- Drive vehicle in a manner dangerous
- Drive a motor vehicle while unlicensed
- Not stopping after crash
- 2 x damage to property
He has been remanded in custody.
Investigations are continuing to identify others involved in these incidents.
Police are urging anyone with information to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference 23000013215.
You can also contact Crime Stopper anonymously on 1800 333 000 or through https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/
