Yesterday the Northern Territory Police Force successfully executed a coordinated operation across Wadeye and Palumpa, resulting in multiple arrests and the conclusion of a significant crime spree.
In Wadeye, Strike Force Trident detectives, the Dog Operations Unit and Wadeye local police conducted a joint operation targeting outstanding offenders wanted in connection with a crime series that occurred in the Darwin and Palmerston areas. This resulted in the arrests of four youth offenders aged 14, 16, and 17 and one 19-year-old male connected to an attempted stolen motor vehicle and robbery matter occurring in Coolalinga last week.
The group were arrested and charged with multiple counts of:
- Aggravated robbery
- Drive/Ride/Use motor vehicle without consent
- Engage violent conduct
- Theft
- Damage property
The group has also been linked with the alleged theft of a red Toyota Land Cruiser stolen from Wadeye and later located in Katherine which occurred on 22 September 2025. These arrests mean that all alleged offenders linked to this series of crimes are now in custody. The offenders faced court today.
During the course of police's enquiries in Wadeye a further two arrests were made that were unrelated to the crime series. The male and female youth were both charged with Breach Bail.
Later that same morning in Palumpa, Stike Force Trident detectives arrested two males aged 20 and 21 for Drive/Ride/Use Motor Vehicle without consent, fuel theft and shoplifting. These arrests were in relation to an alleged theft of a green Toyota Hilux which was stolen from a property at Lind Road, Johnson on 17 September 2025.
Trident investigators also located and arrested a further two males, aged 22 and 31, who both had outstanding warrants for their arrest.
Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Marc Tizzoni of Strike Force Trident said, "These results highlight the determination and capability of the investigators within our unit and in the Northern Territory Police Force.
"Offenders may think they can move between communities to avoid detection, but our investigators will find them and hold them to account, no matter where they are in the Territory.
"Police would like to thank the community for their ongoing support and assistance during these investigations."
Police continue to urge anyone who witnesses a crime or antisocial behaviour to make contact on 131 444. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
