The Fugitive Taskforce has arrested a 44-year-old offender who has been outstanding since Friday after escaping lawful custody at Darwin Local Court and fleeing on foot.
On Tuesday afternoon, police were following a grey Mazda in Gunn before intercepting the vehicle in the vicinity of Lakeview Boulevard and Chung Wah Terrace.
The 44-year-old male fled the scene on foot before being apprehended by the Dog Operations Unit.
The adult male driver of the vehicle was also subsequently arrested. Both remain in custody and are expected to be charged later this evening.
Fugitive Taskforce Detective Sergeant Tim Healey said: “This was an extensive manhunt that involved multiple units and we thank the public for their ongoing assistance.”
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