The Northern Territory Police Force has completed the first four weeks of Operation Ludlow II, with police maintaining a visible presence across Katherine throughout the Christmas and New Year period.
Four-week results:
- 1,244 proactive CBD patrols
- 94 arrests
- 1,954 point of sale refusals at takeaway outlets
- 101 licensed premises patrols
- 41 business engagements in the CBD
- 15 high visibility wanding operations
- 56 infringement notices issued
- 5 point of arrival and departure engagements
- 6 drone flights
Over the Christmas and New Year period, Katherine Police officers, alongside partner agencies, undertook a range of community engagement activities as part of Operation Ludlow II.
This included visits to public housing complexes on Christmas Eve, a joint visit to Katherine Hospital on Christmas Day with NT Fire and Emergency Services, and a visible policing presence throughout New Year's Eve, supported by Territory Road Policing, wanding operations and licensed premises patrols across the Katherine region.
Katherine Police also deployed drone capability during New Year's Eve operations to support crowd monitoring.
Acting Superintendent Warren Scott said, "The focus of the operation remained on visibility, prevention and engagement.
"Our priority throughout the festive season has been maintaining a strong police presence, working with partner agencies, and engaging with the community to support a safe environment.
"Our officers valued the opportunity to engage with the community across a range of activities during the festive period.
"Community members are encouraged to approach police officers on patrol. Any concerns can be reported by calling 131 444, or 000 in an emergency."
