Alice Springs Police have charged a 30 year-old woman following the alleged assault of a 33-year-old man.

Acting Sergeant Caragh Hen said the pair was at a residence in Braitling when they became involved in an altercation at around 3:30pm on Saturday.

“Police allege the woman stabbed the victim before fleeing the area. The 33-year-old man was taken to Alice Springs Hospital to receive treatment for injuries to his stomach and arm.

“Police arrested the woman yesterday morning and charged her with unlawfully cause serious harm, breach of a Domestic Violence Order and Breach of Bail."

She was remanded in custody and will appear in Alice Springs Magistrates Court today.

“Domestic Violence in our community will not be tolerated.  Everyone has a responsibility to report domestic violence.  If you are a victim of domestic violence, or if you suspect domestic violence may be occurring, please call Police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000,” Acting Sergeant Hen said.