Police seek information on Stealing with violence in Alice Springs

Northern Territory Police are calling for information in relation to an alleged stealing that occurred on Sunday 15 March 2020.

At 8:40pm, the 26-year-old male victim was sitting near the church in the Todd Mall with his 26-year-old partner.

Two male youth approached the couple and allegedly snatched the handbag from the victim’s partner before fleeing the scene.

The 26-year-old male victim allegedly chased the offender before being hit in the head by a rock thrown by one of the youth. The victim suffered a laceration to his face and was conveyed to Alice Springs Hospital for medical treatment.

The bag is described as black-and-white with stripes.

Anyone with information is urged to notify police on 131444 or anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Please quote reference number 9246840.

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