The Northern Territory Police Force Search and Rescue Section successfully located and rescued a hiking group in Jabiru on Sunday morning.

Around 7:45am, an emergency position-indicating radio-beacon (EPIRB) was activated in the vicinity of Motor Car Falls, approximately 97 kilometres south of Jabiru.

In response, Jabiru members deployed to the area and Search and Rescue (SRS) deployed a helicopter with two members on board.

Jabiru members located a vehicle parked in Motor Car Falls that was registered to the same individual registered to the EPIRB that was activated.

A short time later, members located three males and two females in the vicinity of where the EPIRB was activated.

One of males who was suffering heatstroke, and a support person were conveyed to Jabiru via helicopter where they were met by St John Ambulance. 

Two SRS members remained on-site with the three hikers until they were also collected by the helicopter and transported to Jabiru.

Acting Senior Sergeant Zac Winkworth said, “The hikers activating their registered EPIRB was instrumental in the timely rescue of the hiking group.

“This is a timely reminder for people looking to go hiking or fishing in the Top End to ensure you have a registered EPIRB.

“Always plan your route, check current conditions, and make sure someone is aware of your itinerary before you head out.”