Northern Territory Police are calling for witnesses in relation to an alleged robbery in Casuarina.

At about 4:50pm yesterday, two females attended a business where they took cigarettes and lighters then attempted to leave without paying. A 71-year-old female employee went to stop the duo however a struggle ensued and she was punched in the face. The duo fled the location with stolen cigarettes.

The first female is described as Caucasian, approximately 15-years-old and with blonde hair in a ponytail. She was wearing a grey Everlast hoodie.

The second female was wearing a black polo shirt and had long, dark hair.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Please quote reference number 9321360.