The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested two youths in relation to a stolen motor vehicle in Palmerston overnight.
Around 4:30am, police received a report of a burglary and stolen motor vehicle from an address in Bellamack. A short time later, police located the vehicle hidden in scrubland near Geraldine Crescent before observing two male youths exiting a yard nearby.
Police pursued the youths but lost sight of them. Additional officers attended the scene and a cordon was set up. A 15 and 16-year-old were arrested after allegedly continuing to attempt to steal vehicles within the cordon.
They both remain in custody with investigations continuing this morning.
Anyone with information is urged to make contact with police on 131 444 and quote reference P26297142. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
