The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating a death in custody that occurred in Tennant Creek this afternoon.
Around 1pm, Tennant Creek police were conducting cell checks at the Tennant Creek Watch House when they located an unconscious female prisoner in a cell. Police immediately conducted CPR, with St John Ambulance taking over first aid upon arrival.
The 44-year-old female was conveyed to Tennant Creek Hospital by St John Ambulance, where she was declared deceased a short time later.
The cause of death is yet to be determined.
A crime scene was established in the watch house, and the incident is being treated as a death in custody.
Further updates will be provided as they become available.
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