The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating a stealing with violence incident that occurred in Alice Springs in the early hours of this morning.

Around 1:30am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that three male youths had disturbed a 54-year-old male as he slept in a tent at a caravan park on Ragonesi Road.

It is alleged the offenders armed themselves with an edged weapon and a blunt weapon and threatened to steal his vehicle. The victim confronted the youths who jumped a nearby fence and fled the scene.

Police attended; however, the offenders remain outstanding.

The victim did not suffer any injuries and investigations are ongoing.

Strike Force Viper has carriage of the investigation and anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444, quoting reference P26172096. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.