Wadeye Police have seized a significant quantity of alcohol and several weapons during a search operation in Wadeye on Tuesday morning.
Around 11:50am, police conducted a lawful search of a residence in Wadeye following intelligence that liquor was allegedly being sold from the location. During the search, officers located and seized 51 bottles of liquor with an estimated value of $25,500.
Two crossbows, a compound bow, and a quantity of arrows were surrendered from a nearby residence during the search operation.
Investigations remain ongoing.
Acting Senior Sergeant Ian Young said "The illegal sale of alcohol in restricted communities continues to have far-reaching and harmful impacts.
"This seizure is a direct result of community cooperation and highlights the importance of working together to reduce alcohol related harm.
"Police remain committed to disrupting the supply of alcohol and other controlled substances in restricted communities.
"We continue to urge anyone with information on the supply of alcohol or drugs to our communities to make contact on 131 444 or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000."
