The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested and charged an 18-year-old man in relation to a serious harm incident that occurred in Darwin on Saturday evening.

Around 6pm, it is alleged the 18-year-old approached a 70-year-old man not known to him and demanded money before assaulting him with an edged weapon outside a unit complex at Tomaris Court.

The victim suffered injuries to his hand while attempting to defend himself, before retreating inside a residence and calling police.

The offender allegedly used the edged weapon to cause extensive damage to the front of the unit. He was approached by bystanders and fled to a nearby car park where he was allegedly assaulted.

Darwin general duties officers attended with St John Ambulance and located the 18-year-old offender with injuries to his face.

The 70-year-old victim received medical treatment at the scene, and the 18-year-old was conveyed to hospital for further assessment.

Investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances of the alleged assault in the car park.

Around 2:30am on Sunday morning, after receiving treatment at hospital, the 18-year-old was arrested.

He has since been charged with:

• Reckless endanger – serious harm

• Aggravated assault

• Going armed in public

• Possess/carry/use controlled weapon

• Damage to property

He was remanded to appear in court today. 

Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference NTP2600098732.