Media release

Charges – Domestic violence – Yarrawonga

Police

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 38-year-old man in relation to a domestic violence incident that occurred in Yarrawonga yesterday afternoon.

Around 3:10pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports that a woman had allegedly been assaulted with an edged weapon by a man believed to be her partner while travelling on a public bus.

It is alleged that when the victim boarded the bus, her partner followed her and assaulted her multiple times to the face before producing an edged weapon and striking her with it.

Transit Security Officers attended and apprehended the man.

Police and St John Ambulance arrived at the scene, and the victim was conveyed to Royal Darwin Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Police arrested the 38-year-old alleged offender, who has since been charged with aggravated assault, engaging in conduct that contravenes a DVO, and being armed with an offensive weapon.

He has been remanded to appear in Darwin Local Court today.

Anyone with information about the incident are urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference number NTP25001078427. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to, 1800RESPECT (1800737732) or Lifeline 131 114.