Media release

Charges – Aggravated Assault – Alice Springs

Police

Northern Territory Police have charged a 31-year-old man for aggravated assault, following an incident that occurred in Alice Springs yesterday.

Detective Superintendent Michael White said that the assault occurred at a caravan park about 8:00pm yesterday.

“The man allegedly indecently assaulted a 41-year-old woman before attempting to steal a vehicle,” he said.

“He then allegedly assaulted a 54-year-old man, including biting him on the cheek.”

He was arrested a short time later and charged with:

  • Enter occupied dwelling
  • Indecently assault a person (x2)
  • Aggravated assault
  • Unlawful use of a motor vehicle (attempt)

He was remanded in custody to appear in the Alice Springs Local Court today.