Northern Territory Police can confirm the 49-year-old man injured in Wadeye last week has died in hospital.  

The man was taken off life support yesterday afternoon.

Major Crime Detectives have been investigating the circumstances surrounding the man’s injuries since Friday.  

The exact circumstances of how he suffered his injuries are currently unknown but police are treating the death as suspicious.

Detective Senior Sergeant Jon Beer said “ Detectives are urging those within the community with any information to come forward.

“Anyone with information, however significant, could help police reconstruct a timeline”.

“Police particularly urge anyone with CCTV or dash cam within the community on the evening of Tuesday 17 September 2024 to make contact.

You can also make an anonymous report through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or through https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.