The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating after a fatal crash occurred near Lake Bennett overnight.

Around 8pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of a collision between two vehicles travelling in opposite directions on the Stuart Highway between Bachelor and Acacia Hills.

Emergency services attended and initial first aid was provided before both drivers, a 25-year-old female and 45-year-old male, were both declared deceased.

A crime scene was established, and the Major Crash Investigation Unit is investigating. Traffic diversions were in place for most of the night and the highway has since re-opened.

Police urge anyone with information or with dash cam footage in the area to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number P25111702.

Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

The Lives lost on Territory roads for 2025 now stands at 8.

*This release was updated at 4pm on 24/04/2025 to correct the ages of the deceased