Police Hunt Armed Suspect in Alice Springs

The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating an alleged armed person at a shopping centre in Alice Springs today.

Around 12:10pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received multiple reports of a male armed with a machete in the food court of a shopping centre on Hartley Street.

Members from Strike Force Viper and general duties attended, however the alleged armed male had fled the scene prior to police arrival.

No injuries were reported to police and investigations are ongoing.

Anyone with information, including footage of the incident, is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference P25303198. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

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