Media release

UPDATE: Arrest – Aggravated Assault – Katherine

Police

The Northern Territory Police Force is calling for information after an aggravated assault that occurred in the vicinity of a bottle shop on Katherine Terrace last week.

Around 8:30pm on Monday, police received a report that there was a large group of people fighting on Katherine Terrace, Katherine near a bottle shop and supermarket. During the incident, a 15-year-old youth allegedly threatened and physically assaulted at least five victims. A 32-year-old male was stabbed in the chest with an edged weapon.  

The 15-year-old offender has since been arrested with investigations ongoing.

Katherine Criminal Investigation Branch urge anyone with information about the incident, including CCTV and dashcam footage, to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number NTP2500085227.

Anonymous reports can be made via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or through https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/