The Northern Territory Police Force has charged a 19-year-old male with property offences and Interfere with protected wildlife following an unlawful entry in Knuckey Lagoon last Thursday.

Yesterday about 2:15pm, Strike Force Trident and Dog Operations Unit members tracked down the 19-year-old to a residence in Malak and apprehended him without incident.

He has since been charged with:

• Burglary – Building
• Damage to Property x 4
• Trespass – Entering Without Authority x 2
• Take/Interfere With Protected Wildlife
• Theft
• Driving, Using/Riding Motor Vehicle Without Consent
• Learner Driver – No Person in Front Seat
• Drive Without L Plates When Required

He will appear in Darwin Local Court today.

*This release was updated 12pm on 10/03/2025 as the incident day was originally incorrect.