Police are calling for information following an aggravated assault that occurred in Rapid Creek overnight.
Around 10:30pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that a 17-year-old male was allegedly assaulted by four male youths at a shopping complex on Trower Road.
It is alleged the males approached the victim, three of whom were wearing face coverings and one holding a bat, and assaulted him by punching, kicking and hitting him, including with the bat, before fleeing the area on the victim's motorbike.
It is believed the victim, and the offenders are known to each other.
The victim was conveyed to Royal Darwin Hospital by a family member after suffering swelling to the face and a suspected fracture to his arm. The family member also contacted police.
Police attended and investigations into the incident are ongoing.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact 131 444, quoting reference number NTP2500118161. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
