Northern Territory Police are investigating after a child was struck with an arrow in Palumpa yesterday.
Around 5:30pm, police received a report of a disturbance in Palumpa involving multiple people allegedly armed with weapons.
A short time later, local clinic staff contacted police advising a 4-year-old male child had been presented to the clinic by his mother, with an arrow protruding through his right foot.
The injuries are considered non-life-threatening and the child is being conveyed to Royal Darwin Hospital for treatment.
Initial investigations indicate up to for males approached a residence, with one firing a crossbow through the front door, striking the child.
Police have identified the alleged offender and efforts are currently underway to locate him.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 or to visit your local station.
