The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested an 18-year-old male in relation to a disturbance that occurred in Wadeye yesterday morning.

Around 9:30am, local police were alerted to an incident occurring within the community by a distressed female. While speaking with the female, police observed a male displaying aggressive behaviour nearby before he allegedly armed himself with an edged weapon and ran towards police.

Police directed the male to drop the weapon, which he complied with before being taken into custody without further incident.

No injuries were reported.

The 18-year-old has since been charged with two counts of Assault Police, Breach of a DVO, Being Armed in Public, and Armed with an Offensive weapon. He was remanded in custody to appear in court on 15 October 2025.

Police urge anyone who may have witnessed the incident to contact them on 131 444 and quote reference number NTP2500101991. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.