NT Police have arrested an 18-year-old female in relation to an aggravated robbery that occurred in Alice Springs earlier this month.  

It is alleged around 10pm on Monday 10 November, the offender unlawfully entered a unit on Mallam Crescent and knocked the male resident, aged in his 70s, to the floor, before stealing his phone and fleeing the scene. The victim was unable to call for assistance and remained on the floor until a neighbour was alerted the following morning.

Police responded and, as a result of forensic investigations, the 18-year-old female was identified and arrested on Saturday 22 November.

She has been charged with Aggravated robbery and Aggravated burglary and is due to appear in court today.

Police investigations are ongoing to determine if the offender was involved in other recent robberies that occurred in Mallam Crescent.

Anyone with information, including with CCTV or dash cam, is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference NTP2500112154. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.