The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested and charged a 31-year-old male in relation to a domestic violence assault that occurred in Alice Springs yesterday.

Around 3:15pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre (JESCC) received a report that a female aged in her 30s had been assaulted by a male known to her at a residence in Ciccone.

Police attended and the victim was conveyed to hospital for assessment.

The offender was arrested at the scene and has since been charged with:

• Choking, Strangulation or Suffocating (DV relationship)
• 2 x Aggravated Assault
• Breach DVO
• Damage to Property

He was remanded to appear in court today.

If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to, 1800RESPECT (1800737732) or Lifeline 131 114.