The Northern Territory Police Force has issued a Notice to Appear to a 43-year-old Alice Springs man after locating a prohibited firearm during a search yesterday.
On 27 November 2025, Southern Investigations executed a search warrant at a unit in Alice Springs following intelligence provided by the Firearms Policy and Recording Unit (FPRU). This operation was the result of close collaboration between FPRU and Alice Springs investigators, ensuring the successful detection and seizure of the prohibited item.
During the search, police located an Air Rifle and 300 ball bearings.
The weapon and ammunition were seized, and the man was issued a Notice to Appear for:
• Possess firearm whilst unlicensed
• Failure to meet storage requirements
• Possess unregistered firearm
He is expected to appear in Alice Springs Local Court on14 January 2026.
Importing firearms, or firearm parts, without the correct permits is a serious offence under Commonwealth and Northern Territory legislation. Anyone found breaching these laws will be prosecuted.
If you are unsure about what can be legally imported, visit the Australian Border Force Importation Guidelines https://www.abf.gov.au/importing-exporting-and-manufacturing/prohibited-goods or contact ABF on 131 881.
These prohibited imports can be incredibly dangerous. If you know anyone who has imported these or other prohibited items, please contact NT Police on 131 444 or report anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
