Northern Territory Police have arrested nine youths following the theft of a motor vehicle in Alice Springs yesterday.

Around 5:50pm, a white Ford Falcon station wagon was stolen during a burglary in Gillen.

About 9:30pm, the vehicle was observed driving dangerously through the Alice Springs CBD, including Todd Mall.

With the assistance of CCTV operators, officers tracked the vehicle before successfully deploying tyre deflation devices at two locations south of the Gap.

The vehicle, with three deflated tyres, came to a stop near Commonage Road.

Seven male youths, aged 11, 12, 12, 12, 12, 14, 15 and two female youths 12 and 16 years, attempted to run from the scene but were all apprehended as a result of a well-executed arrest strategy.

Four of the youth have been released and are expected to be placed on a diversion program, while five youths are expected to be charged with unlawful use of a motor vehicle.

One offender may also face charges under Section 276H of the Criminal Code relating to posting and boasting about offending behaviour on social media.

This outcome reflects the outstanding work of all officers involved in bringing the matter to a swift and safe resolution.