The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 17-year-old male after an aggravated assault occurred in Alice Springs in the early hours of this morning.
Around 1:05am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of an aggravated assault at a restaurant on Todd Street.
It is alleged a 17-year-old male offender approached a female worker aged in her 20s and punched her in the face, before chasing after two nearby adult male delivery drivers and also physically assaulting them.
The offender also allegedly caused damage to the female victim's vehicle parked nearby before fleeing the scene on foot.
Police responded and commenced investigations. The 17-year-old was arrested a short time later at a service station on Railway Terrace. He remains in police custody with charges expected to follow.
Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to call police on 131 444. Please quote reference P26124542. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.
