The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested three male youths after multiple vehicles were stolen across Alice Springs overnight.
Around 6:05am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre (JESCC) received a report of a burglary at an address on Jennerae Drive, Stuart. Two vehicles were allegedly stolen, a blue BMW, and a brown Mitsubishi Pajero with NT registration CC68HS. It unknown at this stage what time the burglary occurred.
Around 6:15am, the JESCC received a report of a robbery at a residence on Bloomfield Street, Gillen. It is alleged two unknown male offenders, one allegedly armed with an edged weapon, threatened a 23-year-old female before stealing her silver Toyota Yaris. The victim suffered minor injuries as the vehicle drove away while was holding a door handle, causing her to fall to the ground.
Around 6:45am, the JESCC received another report of a burglary at a residence on Dixon Road, Braitling. It is alleged sometime between 5am and 6am this morning a white Hyundai hatchback and a grey Mitsubishi Lancer with NT registration 939295 were stolen from the address.
Police commenced investigations and subsequently located the BMW, Toyota Yaris, and Hyundai abandoned. All three have been seized for forensic investigation.
Three male youths aged 14, 14 and 16, have since been arrested by police. They remain in police custody.
The Mitsubishi Pajero and Mitsubishi Lancer remain outstanding and investigations are ongoing. At this stage, police believe the incidents are linked.
Strike Force Viper has carriage of the investigation and anyone with information, including CCTV or dash cam footage, is urged to contact police on 131 444. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
