The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 16-year-old male in relation to a stolen motor vehicle and police pursuit that occurred north of Alice Springs earlier this week.
It is alleged on Monday 2 February, a white Toyota Hilux was stolen from an address in Yuendumu by a male youth. In the afternoon of Tuesday 3 February, police received information that the stolen vehicle was travelling towards Alice Springs along the Tanami Road.
Members from the Dog Operations Unit and Strike Force Viper, with support from the Southern Domestic Violence Unit, coordinated a police response. A pursuit of the stolen motor vehicle was initiated by Strike Force Viper members north of Alice Springs along the Stuart Highway but was terminated due to safety concerns.
A tyre deflation device was successfully deployed, and the offender subsequently abandoned the vehicle before fleeing into nearby scrubland on foot. Patrol Dog Axe successfully tracked the 16-year-old male, and he was located and arrested without incident nearby.
He was charged with:
- Driving, using/riding motor vehicle without consent
- Dangerous driving during pursuit
- Learner driver driving without an authorised person in front
- Driving motor vehicle that is unsafe to drive
- Fail to comply with a police officer direction
He appeared in court on 4 February.
Anyone who witnesses crime or antisocial behaviour is urged to contact police on 131 444. In an emergency dial 000. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
Media note: Footage available upon request or via The NT Police Force - Alice Springs and Southern Facebook Page.
