The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating a crime series that occurred in Tennant Creek overnight.

Around 12:15am, it is alleged a supermarket on Paterson Street had been unlawfully entered and ransacked by unknown offenders. It is unknown if any items were stolen at this stage.  

Around 12:25am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report of an attempted burglary at a bank on Paterson Street. It is alleged unknown offenders have attempted to gain access to the building, however, were unsuccessful.

A short time later around 12:35am, CCTV operators sighted a youth allegedly carrying an edged weapon. A business on Paterson Street was subsequently unlawfully entered after unknown offenders smashed a window. It is unknown if any items were stolen at this stage.

Investigations are ongoing to identify and located the offenders involved.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.