The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested 16 youths as part of an operation addressing property-related crime in Katherine.
Between Wednesday 15 and Friday 17 October 2025, Katherine Police and partner agencies conducted an operation targeting reports of property offending in the CBD area.
Katherine Police Social Order teams, along with Circuit Breaker and Kalano Community Association, maintained a high-profile presence across the three days, engaging with more than 38 youths, many of whom were reconnected with family or responsible adults, while conducting patrols.
Strike Force Cerberus, investigated several recent burglaries, stolen motor vehicles, breach of bail and associated offences, resulting in 16 youths being arrested and charged with a total of 40 offences, including:
- Driving, using or riding a motor vehicle without consent
- Aggravated burglary
- Aggravated robbery
- Theft
- Armed with an offensive weapon
- Damage to property
- Breach of bail
- Enter with intent to commit offence
- Publishing material about offending conduct
Acting Sergeant Rebekah Styles said, “This operation forms part of ongoing efforts to reduce property crime and enhance community safety in the region.
“Police continue to work closely with the community to identify and apprehend those responsible for offending behaviour.
“When people commit property offences, they undermine the sense of safety for Katherine residents, create unnecessary financial strain for local businesses, and negatively impact the community.
“If you choose to engage in this behaviour, Strike Force Cerberus will be knocking on your door.”
