The Northern Territory Police Force has charged a 48-year-old man after he allegedly assaulted his cousin at Malak on Friday night.

Around 10:10pm, Police, who were in the area on unrelated matters, observed an injured, adult female on Fawcett Court, Malak.

Members rendered aid to the 48-year-old victim, until the arrival of St John Ambulance who conveyed the woman to the Royal Darwin Hospital for the treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

The offender was arrested shortly afterwards and taken into custody.

Yesterday afternoon the man was charged with recklessly endangering serious harm and served with a domestic violence order.

He remains in Police custody and is set to appear in Darwin Local Court on Monday 13 April.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference number NTP2600034704. Anonymous reports can also made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to, 1800RESPECT (1800737732) or Lifeline 131 114.