Police Seek Info on Palmerston Sexual Assault

The Northern Territory Police Force is continuing to call for information after a woman was allegedly sexually assaulted in Woodroffe earlier this week.

Around 8:50pm on Wednesday, police received a report that a woman was sexually assaulted at her residence on Woodroffe Avenue, Palmerston.

Investigations now indicate the unknown male offender has allegedly entered through the front door of the property, before sexually assaulting the woman and fleeing the scene.

Detectives from the Sex Crimes Unit have been investigating and believe the offender is adult male of Aboriginal appearance with a tall, slim build. He is described as having wavy hair and was wearing a light top, dark shorts and thongs.

Police have canvased the area for CCTV but are still appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

If you believe you know the individual described, police urge you not to approach but to make contact on 131 444 quote reference P26144781 or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersnt.com.au.

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