The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested five offenders in relation to a motor vehicle that was stolen in Alice Springs on Friday morning.
At 1:30am on Friday 11 April, police received reports that a residence in Araluen had been burgled, with a wallet, car keys and a red Holden Cruze stolen from the property.
At 11:15pm on Saturday 12 April, the stolen motor vehicle was sighted on Larapinta Drive, Gillen. A resolution strategy was formed and members from Southern Traffic Operations, Strike Force Viper, the Territory Safety Division (TSD) and general duties members were deployed.
Around 11:35pm, tyre deflation devices were successfully deployed on the vehicle on South Terrace. Police initiated a pursuit, with the vehicle coming to a stop on Blain Street in Araluen.
Two 15-year-old males, one 15-year-old female, and two 18-year-old females fled from the vehicle on foot but were arrested a short time later.
They have been charged with Drive/Ride Motor Vehicle Without Consent and are due to appear in court today.
Police continue to urge anyone who witnesses crime or antisocial behaviour to call police on 131 444. In an emergency, dial 000. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.