Disturbance - Ngukurr

The Northern Territory Police Force has responded to a disturbance involving dozens of youths overnight.

Around 11:50pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received several calls in relation to an altercation involving a group of youths armed with an assortment of weapons.

One person required medical treatment after suffering a non-life-threatening injury to his neck.

The disturbance is believed to be linked to ongoing conflict between two families known to each other.

The JESCC received a further report at 12:05am of a vehicle driving erratically around the community.

Police attended and the group dispersed. Various improvised weapons were used.

Senior Sergeant Benjamin Higgins said "Police will not stand for this disruptive behaviour and we will continue to work with the community to facilitate calm.

"Local police will continue to work with the community leadership team to reduce the impact of this incident."

Police are urging anyone with information, particularly if you have footage, to make contact on 131 444 or visit your local station.

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