Arrest Made in Darwin Domestic Violence Assault

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a woman after an alleged domestic violence related incident in Palmerston yesterday.

At 5:00pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports that a woman had been injured at a unit complex in Victoria Drive, Gray.

Emergency Services attended the scene, and a 53-year-old woman was conveyed to Royal Darwin Hospital with head injuries.

A 46-year-old woman, believed to be a family member of the victim, was later located and arrested in Essington Avenue, Gray.

The offender is in police custody with charges expected to follow.

The victim remains in hospital with non-life-threatening injuries in a stable condition.

Investigations remain ongoing and police urge anyone with information to make contact on 131 444 and quote reference NTP2500093044. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 444.

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.

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