Police are calling for information following a large disturbance in Wadeye yesterday afternoon, which resulted in damage to property and an assault on police.

Around 4:15pm, police received reports of a disturbance occurring outside a childcare centre in the community. As officers left the police station to respond, they were allegedly approached by a group of approximately 30 people armed with bows and arrows, rebars and window louvres.

It is alleged two unknown males threw rebars at the police vehicle, one piercing the windscreen and another lodging in the bonnet. Officers disengaged and returned to the police station, where the group allegedly began throwing projectiles at the building and rioting outside.

No officers were physically injured during the incident.

Additional resources were deployed, with six members of the Territory Response Group attending to assist. The crowd later dispersed.

This morning, police are engaging with Elders, local family groups and clinic staff to support community safety and prevent further escalation.

Investigations into the incident remain ongoing.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference number P25140179. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.