Media release

Call for information - Recklessly endanger serious harm - Lajamanu

Police

Police are calling for information in relation to domestic violence assaults that occurred in Lajamanu early on Saturday morning.

Around 12:25am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received multiple reports of a disturbance occurring at an address in Lajamanu.

A short time later, two victims presented at the clinic. An adult female sustained deep lacerations to her bicep, forearm and forehead, while a male youth suffered a laceration to his hand. The female victim was later medically evacuated to Royal Darwin Hospital for further treatment, where she remains in a stable condition.

Police conducted extensive patrols to locate the alleged offender, who is known to the victims; however, they were unable to locate her, and she remains outstanding.

Lajamanu police have carriage of the incident and investigations remain ongoing.

Police urge anyone with information about the incident to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number NTP2500050833. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to, 1800RESPECT (1800737732) or Lifeline 131 114.