The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating a series of disturbances that occurred in Ramingining over the weekend.
From around 4:45pm on Saturday, police received multiple reports of up to 40 people fighting outside the local clinic. Those involved were allegedly armed with a range of edged and blunt weapons.
Police attended and, with the assistance of local elders and community members, the group dispersed. No injuries were reported at that time.
On Sunday at around 1:30pm, police again responded to reports of multiple people fighting, with weapons involved. Two men were conveyed to the local clinic with non-life-threatening injuries, and a 40-year-old man was arrested and charged with aggravated assault.
Additional police resources have been deployed to the community as part of a surge response to enhance police capability, restore order and support community safety.
Investigations into the incidents remain ongoing.
Superintendent Jody Knobbs said the behaviour was deeply concerning.
"The escalation of violence we saw over the weekend is simply not acceptable," Superintendent Knobbs said.
"Police are committed to maintaining safety in Ramingining, however lasting change cannot be achieved by enforcement alone."
"We are calling on community leaders and elders to work alongside police and other stakeholders to help resolve conflict, reinforce cultural authority and support peaceful outcomes."
"Strong community leadership is critical to preventing further violence and keeping everyone safe."
Anyone with information is urged to contact their local police station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
