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Man charged with drug offences - Darwin

Darwin Police yesterday arrested and charged a 50-year-old man with drug offences following a search at a home in the northern suburbs.

Missing man located - Galiwinku

The body of a 23-year-old male was located in Galiwinku this morning following a day long search and rescue effort yesterday.

Kava flight $66,700 bust - Darwin

Members from the Drug and Organised Crime Section, Remote Community Drug Desk and Dog Operations Unit have seized 10.9 kilograms of kava that was bound for Ramingining.

Update - Death - Parap

Major Crime Detectives continue the investigation into the death of the 61-year-old Elcho Island man which occurred in Parap on Tuesday night.

Fatal Rollover – Erldunda

Police are investigating the cause of a fatal rollover near Erldunda which occurred on the Stuart Highway today.

NT Police Officer Suspended from Duty

Acting Commander of the Ethical and Professional Standards Command, Lance Godwin advises that a 35-year-old male Police Officer has been suspended from duty and will be summonsed to appear in the Darwin Magistrates Court to face criminal charges.

Operation Cowboy Extends Range

Tennant Creek Police have extended the duration of Operation Cowboy after positive results and community feedback.