NT Police have released an image of a man captured on CCTV footage that they believe may be able to assist them with their enquiries in relation to the assault of two women on Friday morning.

Detective Acting Senior Sergeant  Kieran Wells from the Sex Crimes Division said further investigations have revealed both assaults took place in Shadforth Lane within minutes of each other.

“Between 12:25 am and 12:35 am, it is alleged an unknown man assaulted a 21-year-old woman in Shadforth Lane by grabbing her around the neck. The woman was able to escape from the man and report the matter to licensed premises who then rang Police,” Detective A/Senior Sergeant Wells.

“In a separate incident, an 18-year-old woman was sitting in a parked vehicle on Shadforth Lane when she was approached by an unknown man.

“It is alleged the man entered the vehicle and attempted to sexually assault the woman. She was able to fight him off and escape from the vehicle where she then reported the matter to Police.

“Investigations to identify and apprehend the offender in this matter are a priority and we are seeking assistance from the public to help identify this man.”

It is requested that the man captured on CCTV or anyone who can identify this man contact Police on 131444.

Police urge anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious behaviour in the area or anyone that may have further information to contact them on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.