The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested three male youths in relation to a dangerous driving incident that occurred this morning in Alice Springs.
Around 1:40am, police received a report of two vehicles driving suspiciously in Alice Springs. One of the vehicles, a grey Subaru Outback, was identified as being reported stolen on 29 June. The second vehicle, a black Holden Commodore, was not reported as stolen. Both vehicles were sighted by police being driven by youths.
Both vehicles failed to stop, and a resolution strategy was formulated involving members from Strike Force Viper, the Territory Safety Division, and general duties officers. A pursuit of the Holden Commodore was subsequently commenced after it began driving dangerously. The stolen Subaru drove from the area and remains outstanding, along with its unknown occupants.
The Commodore subsequently clipped a kerb, resulting in damage to the vehicle. The three occupants, aged 13, 13, and 14, abandoned it in Araluen and attempted to flee on foot, but were apprehended and arrested by police.
The two 13-year-olds were later released into the care of responsible adults pending further investigations. The 14-year-old has been charged and will appear in court this afternoon.
Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference P25175514. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
