A 22-year-old female has died in hospital following an alleged domestic violence incident in Johnston on 21 May.

Since the incident, the alleged offender, a 22-year-old male, was charged with Aggravated assault and Recklessly endanger serious harm. He appeared in Darwin Local Court on 26 May and was further remanded to appear on 23 July 2025.

The cause of death remains unknown and the Major Crime Unit are continuing investigations.

A report will be prepared for the coroner.

*This release has been amended to reflect the next court date and a second charge that was not previously mentioned in the original release.