Northern Territory Police have charged an 18-year-old male following an alleged fatal hit and run in Humpty Doo on Sunday morning.

The male has been charged with one count each of:

          Driving without L plates when required

          Learner driver with no licensed person in front seat

          Hit and run driving causing death

          Failing to stop or assist after a crash

He has been remanded and will appear in the Darwin Local Court today.

*Media note: Yesterday’s release stated an incorrect age for the male.