Police update: Charges – Weapons offences – East Arnhem

Northern Territory Police have released a 19-year-old male who was arrested earlier today in relation to charges of weapons offences.

The 19-year-old and a 17-year-old male were both arrested after the 17-year-old allegedly threw spears at a police car causing damage.

The 19-year-old was charged with being armed with offensive and controlled weapons in a public place. These charges have subsequently been withdrawn.

Enquiries are continuing.

Media note: Original media release reference to West Arnhem region is incorrect. Incident occurred in East Arnhem.

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