Northern Territory Police are investigating an assault on officers responding to an incident in the Daly River Region overnight.
Police say that at around 9:15pm on Saturday, officers were conducting an arrest in relation to an alleged aggravated assault. During the arrest, a group of people allegedly threw multiple projectiles hitting the officers and the person in custody.
“A second police vehicle attended to assist and de-escalate the situation, before all officers and the arrested male were able to leave the scene,” NT Police said in a statement.
“No injuries were reported, and investigations are ongoing to identify the individuals involved.”
Police urge anyone with information about the incident to contact 131 444 and quote reference number P25244474. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
