Northern Territory Police are investigating a Death in Custody that occurred in the Alice Springs Watch House overnight.

The 27-year-old man was taken into Protective Custody by Police about 2130.

A routine cell check just after 0200 this morning found the man to be unconscious.

CPR was commenced and St Johns Ambulance attended but the 27-year-old was later pronounced dead at the Alice Springs Hospital.

“Police are currently investigating the Death in Custody on behalf of the Coroner and therefore no further details will be provided at this time.” Said Commander Peter Bravos.