The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 40-year-old male in relation to an aggravated assault that occurred in Moulden this morning.
Around 12:30am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports that two adult males had allegedly been assaulted with an edged weapon by a third male at a residence on Gumnut Way.
It is alleged the three males were involved in an altercation before the 40-year-old offender produced an edged weapon and struck one victim to the upper body and the second victim to the upper body before fleeing the scene in a vehicle.
Both victims suffered serious injuries as a result of the incident.
Police and St John attended, and both victims were treated at the scene before being conveyed to Royal Darwin Hospital in a serious but stable condition. A crime scene was established.
The 40-year-old male later attended the Palmerston Police Station where he was arrested without incident.
Investigations remain ongoing and police urge anyone with information to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number P26000052. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
