Northern Territory Police have charged two youths after multiple assaults in Palmerston yesterday.

At 1:20pm, police received reports two males, aged 13 and 16, were causing disturbances at a shopping centre on Temple Terrace, Palmerston. Security officers intervened with both youths allegedly spitting on security officers, with one officer allegedly assaulted in the altercation.

Upon police arrival, one of the youths allegedly spat at police before both were arrested and conveyed to Palmerston Police Station.

Detectives from Strike Force Trident have since charged the 13-year-old with:

• 1 x Disorderly behaviour
• 2 x Aggravated assault
• 1 x Assault police
• 1 x Serious breach bail

The 16-year-old was charged with:

• 1 x Disorderly behaviour
• 3 x Aggravated assault
• 1 x Threats to kill

Both were remanded to appear in court today.

Police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference 10396713. You can also make an anonymous report through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

* This article was updated as the initial release contained an incorrect incident location and remand status