A 29-year-old man is to appear in the Darwin Magistrates Court today following a domestic violence incident in Palmerston on Monday.

Acting Senior Sergeant Justene Dwyer, Officer in Charge of Strike Force Viridian said it is alleged the 29-year-old man drove his 23-year-old female partner along Channel Island Road where she was assaulted.

“Police attended a residence in Moulden a short time later and arrested the man.”

He was charged with:

Deprivation of liberty
Aggravated assault (x2)
Threats to kill
Possess/carry/use controlled weapon
Drive medium range BAC
Drive speed and manner dangerous

He was remanded in custody to appear in court today.

“Strike Force Viridian is committed to reducing incidents of domestic and family violence by holding perpetrators to account.

“Everyone has a responsibility to report domestic violence and Police urge anyone who may be a victim, or if you suspect domestic violence may be occurring, to please call Police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.”

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