Media release

Charges – Crime Spree – Darwin

Police

Northern Territory Police have charged six youths in relation to the crime spree across Darwin on Tuesday night.

A 16-year-old male and three females aged 15, 15, and 12 have been charged with unlawful use of a motor vehicle.

A fourth female (aged 18) has been issued a notice to appear for aggravated unlawful use of a motor vehicle. The 12-year-old has also been charged with stealing.

A 13-year-old male has been charged with breach of bail.

One of the 15-year-old females has also been charged with:

  • Attempted Unlawful Entry
  • Damage to property (x2)
  • Stealing (x2)
  • Drive while unlicensed
  • Fail to comply with direction of officer
  • Recklessly endanger serious harm.

The 16-year-old male, both 15-year-olds, and the 13-year-old will appear in Darwin Local Court today.

The 18-year-old will appear at a later date.