Police lay charges over unlawful entries in Katherine

Northern Territory Police arrested two male youths in relation to a number of unlawful entries and disturbances in Katherine East yesterday.

Detectives from the Katherine Criminal Investigation Branch and Strike Force Cerberus began investigating the incidents to identify the offenders involved, resulting in the arrested of two 12-year-old youths.

The pair have been charged with:

  • Damage to property x 4
  • Aggravated assault x 12
  • Make threat to kill a person x 7
  • Burglary x 4
  • Driving/using/riding motor vehicle without consent

One of the youths has had additional charges of Serious Breach of Bail and Criminal Damage.

They have been remanded to appear before court on Monday 24 July 2023. Investigations are continuing to identify the remaining offenders.

Anyone with information about the incidents is urged to contact 131 444. Please quote 10403625.

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