Media release

UPDATE: Charges – Domestic Violence – Palmerston

Police

The Northern Territory Police Force, Northern Domestic Violence Investigation Unit has charged a 57-year-old male following reports of domestic violence in May and across last week.

In relation to matters that occurred between 26 and 28 June 2025, the male was charged with three counts of Breach Domestic Violence Order.

The male has also been charged with Aggravated Assault and Breach Domestic Violence Order for an incident that occurred on 23 May 2025, and the same charges again for an incident that occurred on 21 May 2025.

He is remanded to appear in Darwin Local Court today and investigations remain ongoing.

The female victim remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition. Investigations remain ongoing into the cause of the female’s injuries.

If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) or Lifeline (131 114).