Disturbance - Peppimenarti

The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating multiple incidents that occurred in Peppimenarti yesterday.

Around 1:15am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre (JESCC) received reports that a licensed premises was unlawfully entered, and a large quantity of alcohol was stolen.

Shortly thereafter, large numbers of intoxicated community members were reported to be within the community causing disturbances.

Around 9am, the JESCC received further reports that several adults had made threats towards each other with edged weapons and a report of a firearm being presented and used to threaten people.

No serious injuries have been reported.

Members from the Territory Response Group and Wadeye Police attended the community on Wednesday, conducting patrols and restoring order.

Significant further police resources have been deployed to the community this morning from Katherine, with investigations ongoing into the offending.

Police urge anyone with mobile phone or CCTV footage to contact police on 131 444.

Please quote reference P2600011965. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

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