Police Seek Tips on Tiwi Islands Assault

The Northern Territory Police Force is calling for information in relation to an alleged sexual assault that occurred earlier today on the Tiwi Islands.

About 12:40pm, police received reports that a woman had been sexually assaulted by a male who was unknown to her in Wurrumiyanga.

Investigations are ongoing to locate the alleged offender and determine the circumstances of the incident.

Detectives from the Sex Crime Unit have deployed to Wurrumiyanga to continue investigations.

Police are calling for any witnesses who may have information that can assist police in their enquiries to make contact on 131 444 or to visit your local police station.

Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

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