Northern Territory Police have arrested six male offenders after the stolen motor vehicle they were travelling in rammed a police vehicle in Alice Springs overnight.
In a statement, Police said that at around 11:10pm on Tuesday, an unmarked police vehicle observed a beige Toyota Landcruiser driving in Gillen. The Landcruiser had previously been reported stolen from Barrett Drive at the weekend.
“The stolen motor vehicle allegedly drove at the police vehicle without warning and rammed it, causing significant damage, before leaving the scene. The police member driving the police vehicle was uninjured but was conveyed to Alice Springs Hospital for precautionary assessment,” Police said.
“Strike Force Viper and general duties members were deployed, and with assistance from the police drone and CCTV operators, located and tracked the stolen vehicle to Sadadeen where it was abandoned.”
Eleven occupants were observed fleeing the vehicle, with six males – two aged 14, two aged 15, one 16-year-old, and a male, 20 – were arrested. They remain in police custody with charges expected to follow. Five unknown offenders remain outstanding, and Police say their investigations are ongoing.
Police urge anyone with information to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference P25208641. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.
