The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested and charged a 21-year-old male in relation to an aggravated burglary that occurred in Alice Springs yesterday morning.

Around 8:05am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report of an intruder at a residence in Standley Crescent, Gillen.

It is alleged the homeowner witnessed a male offender via home CCTV footage. The victim returned home with friends and confronted the offender, who was allegedly armed with knife, as he left the residence.

The offender fled the scene and was arrested by responding police a short time later on Bloomfield Street. No injuries were reported.

He has since been charged with aggravated burglary and theft and was remanded to appear in court today.

Strike Force Viper has carriage of the investigation and urges anyone with information to contact police on 131 444. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.