Police are calling for information after an indecent assault and burglary that occurred in Parap overnight.

Around 11:40pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that a female had been indecently assaulted while she slept in her residence. It is alleged that she woke to a naked male indecently assaulting her.

The victim was able to push the offender off her before he fled the scene, allegedly stealing a camera in the process.

Police attended and the victim described the offender as being approximately 20 years of age, slim build, with dark skin and approximately 180cm to 185cm tall.

The NT Police Force Sex Crimes Section have carriage of the incident and investigations are ongoing.

Detectives urge anyone with information about the incident to contact 131 444 and quote reference number P25156934. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.