The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested two 17-year-old males in relation to a large disturbance that occurred in Santa Teresa on Tuesday afternoon.
Around 1pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of a disturbance occurring at a residence in the community.
It is alleged the incident began with an altercation between two female family members which then escalated to involve their respective male partners. During the altercation, a 19-year-old female suffered an injury to her head as a result of being hit with a rock.
During the incident, a 17-year-old male is alleged to have assaulted a 39-year-old female with an edged weapon causing a laceration to her leg and a second 17-year-old male is alleged to have thrown rocks at a nearby vehicle causing significant damage.
Police attended and observed a group of up to 100 people involved in the fighting who then allegedly began throwing rocks at the police vehicle.
Additional police resources were deployed and the group dispersed.
The 39-year-old female victim was conveyed to the local clinic with non-life-threatening injuries for treatment.
Both 17-year-old males were later located and arrested and have since been charged with offences including Aggravated Assault, Possess carry use a controlled weapon, and Causing damage to property.
They have been remanded in custody to appear in court 29 January 2026
Superintendent Conan Robertson said, "We are working closely with the community to restore calm and community safety.
"We urge anyone with information about the incident to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number P26027449. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/."
