Media release

Call for witnesses – Domestic violence – Alice Springs CBD

Police

The NT Police Force is calling for witnesses in relation to a domestic violence incident in Alice Springs CBD this afternoon.

Around 2pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of a white Holden Commodore allegedly mounting the curb on Todd Street in an attempt to hit a female on the pathway. It is alleged the male driver nearly hit other pedestrians in the vicinity before it crashed. It is alleged he self-extracted from the vehicle and chased the victim before police arrival.

Police attended the scene and canvassed CCTV within the area.

Southern Domestic Violence Unit has carriage of investigations, and the alleged offender remains outstanding.

A crime scene is expected to remain in place until later this afternoon, with partial blockages to the Todd Street and Gregory Terrace intersection.

Anyone with information or who witnessed the incident is urged to contact police on 131 444. You can anonymously report crime via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.