The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested and charged three adult males in relation to a robbery and subsequent aggravated assault that occurred in Katherine yesterday morning.
Around 10:35am, it is alleged a 33-year-old male entered a store at a shopping centre in Katherine, stole items from the counter area and fled the scene.
Two male employees, aged 18 and 20, allegedly chased after the 33-year-old, catching up to him a short distance away. It is alleged they began a prolonged physical assault on him, including punching, kicking and stomping on him. It is also alleged he was strangled. He lost consciousness as a result of the assault, with nearby bystanders intervening to prevent further from occurring.
Police and St John Ambulance attended, and the 33-year-old was conveyed to hospital where he received treatment and was subsequently discharged.
He was arrested and charged with robbery and has been remanded to appear in court on Monday.
The 18 and 20-year-olds were also arrested and conveyed to hospital under police guard to receive treatment after injuring their hands during the assault.
They have since been charged in relation to the incident, with charges including acts intended to cause serious harm and strangulation. Both have been remanded to appear in court on Monday.
Detectives from the Northern Investigations Section have carriage of the investigation and urge anyone who witnessed the incident to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference P26317906. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.
