Northern Territory Police are calling for information after a vehicle was stolen and driven dangerously last night in Alice Springs.

Around 10.10pm, an unknown number of offenders have allegedly unlawfully entered a residence in East Side before stealing a grey Toyota Corolla. The vehicle was observed driving erratically through the CBD with a pursuit terminated due to the dangerous behaviour of the offending vehicle.

Around 2am, the vehicle allegedly drove past a police vehicle on Railway Terrace and threw a rock through the windscreen, injuring an officer inside with glass debris. She was conveyed to Alice Springs Hospital, treated for glass debris in her eyes and released.

The vehicle continued to target police before fleeing the CBD.

The vehicle remains outstanding.

Strike Force Viper are leading investigations and police urge anyone with information to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference P24267308. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

Commander James Gray-Spence said “I commend the efforts of our brave police whose conduct last night in keeping the community safe stands in stark contrast to the absolutely disgusting behaviour of the offenders involved in this incident.

“If you know something about this offending then you must come forward and assist police in taking action against these offenders who continue to place the community at risk.”