Media release

Charges – Domestic violence – Alice Springs

Police

Northern Territory police have charged a 36-year-old female in relation to a domestic violence aggravated assault in Larapinta last night.

At 9pm, police received reports that a 39-year-old woman was stabbed, suffering multiple lacerations to her arm, leg, abdomen and chest. The victim was transported to the Alice Springs Hospital by St John Ambulance in a stable condition.

The alleged offender, who was known to the victim, was arrested at the scene and was charged with:

  • Acts intended to cause serious harm
  • Possess controlled weapon at night

She was remanded to appear in Alice Springs Local Court on Monday 17 July 2023.

If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to, 1800RESPECT (1800737732) or Lifeline 131 114.