The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 17-year-old male in relation to a death in Tennant Creek overnight.
Around 1:10am this morning, police received multiple reports of a stabbing on Griggs Street.
Officers attended and located a 21-year-old male with a laceration to his neck. He was declared deceased a short time later and a crime scene was declared.
Police commenced investigations and a short time ago arrested a 17-year-old male at a residence in Tennant Creek in relation to the death.
He remains in police custody with investigations ongoing.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference P26167346. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
