The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested two male youths following a disturbance at a school in Katherine earlier today.
Around 10:30am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of a disturbance at a school on Grevillea Road.
It is alleged a student armed with an edged weapon had attended the school and was making threats towards students. Police attended and two male youths aged 11 and 12 were arrested after they allegedly engaged in an altercation with other students and were found to be in possession of edged weapons.
No injuries were reported to police, and the offenders remain in police custody.
The school was locked down for a period of time but has subsequently reopened.
Acting Superintendent Warren Scott said, "This is disgraceful behaviour and completely unacceptable in our schools or the wider community.
"We will be conducting high visibility wanding operations throughout Katherine to target this type of offending.
"Public safety is our utmost priority, and the NT Police Force is working closely with the Department of Education to ensure all students feel safe when going to school."
Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference P26045151. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
