Northern Territory Police Force has charged a 19-year-old male after a traffic apprehension in Berrimah on Friday evening.
Around 11:30pm, members from Darwin Traffic Operations observed a white Holden Commodore utility travelling at 149km on Tiger Brennan Drive. It is alleged that during the vehicle apprehension, the driver and passenger swapped seats. The original driver was spoken to and arrested after returning a positive roadside breath test.
During the apprehension, a further 20-year-old male was found lying in the tray of the utility.
The 19-year-old has been issued a Notice to Appear at Darwin Local Court on 2 September 2025 for:
- Driving at a speed and in a manner dangerous
- Medium range blood alcohol content
- Driving with an adult passenger in the tray
The vehicle was seized under the Anti-Hooning Legislation.
Acting Superintendent Xavier Mcmahon said, "This type of reckless behaviour is deeply concerning.
"It risked not only their own lives, but the lives of other Territorians travelling on the road.
"It is unacceptable, and we remind all road users that we can be Anywhere. Anytime."
