Northern Territory Police are calling for information in relation to an aggravated robbery that occurred in Alice Springs on Sunday evening.

Around 8.20pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report from a 63-year-old woman that a male offender armed with a hammer had unlawfully entered her residence in Larapinta through a window.

The offender allegedly threatened the victim before attempting to strike her with the hammer. The offender allegedly stole the victim’s purse containing personal items and fled the scene.

It is believed another unknown male was outside the residence during the incident.

The victim did not suffer any injuries.

General duties officers attended, and a crime scene was declared.

Investigations are ongoing and police urge anyone with information, including CCTV or dash cam footage, to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference P24261944. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.