Three male youths have been arrested after an aggravated robbery occurred in Alice Springs this morning.
At around 7:35am, police received a report of an aggravated robbery at a petrol station on Gap Road.
It is alleged three male youths entered the petrol station and attempted to steal items. When confronted by staff, one of the youths allegedly produced an edged weapon and threatened the staff members before all three offenders fled the scene in a nearby waiting white Holden Commodore.
Strike Force Viper commenced investigations and, with assistance from police CCTV operators, tracked the vehicle through Alice Springs.
The vehicle stopped at an address in Bloomfield Street in Gillen and the three offenders aged 15, 16, and 17-years-old were arrested after a short foot pursuit.
They remain in police custody with charges expected to follow.
Police continue to urge anyone who witnesses crime or antisocial behaviour to contact police on 131 444. In an emergency dial 000. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
