Month: May 2025

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Fugitive Taskforce has arrested a man who allegedly fled the scene of a fatal crash in Palmerston yesterday. 

The 38-year-old was arrested without incident in Farrar earlier today.

He remains in custody and investigations into the cause of the crash remain ongoing.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

A 22-year-old man has been charged in relation to a serious assault that occurred in Alice Springs on Thursday afternoon.

Detectives have now charged the man with one count of Acts Intended to Cause Serious Harm and he has been remanded to appear in Alice Springs Local Court on Monday 19 May 2025.

The 27-year-old victim has since been conveyed to Adelaide for further treatment.

Commander James Grey-Spence said, “Investigations indicate that this incident was confined to those directly involved and not part of any broader conflict.

“Police are working closely with Traditional Owners, Elders, community members, Land Councils, and other government agencies to enhance community safety and prevent further incidents.”

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Police investigate attempted arson at West Coast football clubrooms

Saturday, 17 May 2025 – 2:49 pm.

Police are investigating an attempted arson at the Rosebery/Toorak Football Clubrooms in Rosebery overnight.Tasmania Fire Service and emergency services were called to the scene in Primrose St about 2.45am, after a neighbour heard a window being smashed.Quick action by the neighbour with a small fire extinguisher saw the fire extinguished prior to the brigades’ arrival.Damage to the building was minimal, with some scorching and a broken window.TFS investigations today determined the fire had been deliberately lit, and it is believed some object with an accelerant was thrown through the window.Police are seeking any information from the public, including any details around a small dark coloured hatchback that was seen leaving the area immediately after.Anyone with information should contact Police on 131444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800333000 or crimestopperstas.com.au, quoting reference number 775130.

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Trail runner rescued from the Overland Track in Cradle Mountain National Park

Saturday, 17 May 2025 – 12:02 pm.

A female trail runner has been rescued after becoming lost on the Overland Track in Cradle Mountain National Park last night.
Search and Rescue was called to coordinate rescue of the woman from Overland Track after the woman called emergency authorities on her mobile.
Police and a Tasmania Parks and Wildlife ranger located the woman around 8pm last night, seeking shelter overnight at the Waterfall Hut.
The woman was then walked out to safety a short time ago,
Police advise bushwalkers against walking alone, and to ensure they carry sufficient warm clothing and food, and emergency communication devices. A two-way messaging emergency device is preferred.• Ensure you’re prepared with appropriate equipment – take a map and torch, clothing and footwear to suit any conditions, regardless of the season take a waterproof jacket; adequate food and water, first aid kit.• Research your intended trip – ensure the trip is within your abilities and fitness level, and you have a route plan, map and check the expected weather forecast.• Let someone know before you go – ensure someone knows your route and expected return time.• Always carry a fully charged mobile phone and consider a portable charger to extend battery life. Batteries do not last as long when cold and mobile navigation apps deplete batteries quicker than other apps.• Carry a Personal Locator Beacon but be aware that they are a one-way communication device.• Be flexible. Be prepared to turn back or change plans if severe weather is forecast or eventuates during the walk. Making the decision to push on when you should turn back can put you in danger.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

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.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Detectives from the Major Crash Unit are continuing to investigate a fatal crash in Palmerston yesterday afternoon.

Around 5pm, police received reports of a two vehicle collision on Kirkland Road, Durack.

Emergency services attended the scene and a 36-year-old male passenger of a vehicle carrying 3 people was declared deceased. The remaining two male occupants, aged 80 and 35, were conveyed to hospital in stable conditions.

The driver of the second vehicle allegedly fled the scene immediately following the crash.

Police are still currently searching for the driver, who has been described as a dark skinned male of African appearance, wearing a purple shirt, light shorts and a dark coloured cast on his left arm.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police immediately.

Both lanes of Kirkland Road were closed between Elrundie Avenue and Wishart Road. The road has since reopened.

Investigations into the cause of the crash remain ongoing.

Detective Sergeant Richard Musgrave said “Sadly our members have now been on scene to the second fatal on Kirkland road within two days.

“That is now two families who have lost a loved one.”

“Anyone with information or dash-cam footage is urged to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference P25131352.”

The lives lost on Territory roads now stands at 15.

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Search continues for missing man on Hobart’s Eastern Shore

Saturday, 17 May 2025 – 8:16 am.

Police are this morning continuing the search for a 63-year-old man who was reported missing on Hobart’s Eastern Shore on Thursday afternoon.Search and Rescue officers, uniform police patrols and aerial searches using police drones and helicopter resources have been utilised in the past two days to try and locate the man, who was reported missing about 4pm on Thursday.The last confirmed sighting of the man was near his home at Rokeby.Police and the man’s family hold serious concerns for his welfare as he lives with a medical condition, and he will be in urgent need of medication.The man was last seen wearing black track pants with a black top and could be identified by a walking style that has a distinct shuffle and forward-leaning posture.If you have seen the man, or may have information about his whereabouts, please contact police on 131 444 and quote ESCAD number 384-15052925.

Source: Tasmania Police

Issued: 16 May 2025

A 3.4-metre estuarine crocodile that was occupying a waterbody in Ingham’s Tyto Wetlands was removed from the wild on 10 May 2025.

The Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) targeted the animal for removal due to its size and location near a high-use recreational area and children’s playground.

DETSI received multiple sighting reports from concerned members of the public, and a site assessment by wildlife rangers confirmed the presence of the crocodile.

Senior Wildlife Ranger, Tony Frisby said reporting crocodile sightings is important for public safety, by providing the department important information about the crocodile’s size, location and behaviour.

“We’d like to thank those people who reported the crocodile. Their information helped us to determine that it should be declared a problem crocodile and targeted for removal,” Mr Frisby said.

“The crocodile was captured in a baited trap and it will be rehomed at a crocodile farm or zoo.

“People are reminded that the Ingham area is crocodile habitat, and crocodiles do move in and out of the artificial Tyto Wetlands, particularly during flooding.

“Crocodiles could be present in any waterway in the Ingham area, and people should make sensible choices when they are around the water.

“As we head into winter, crocodiles will likely spend more time on creek and riverbanks, and may be seen in locations where they haven’t been seen in years or haven’t been seen before.

“It is important to report all crocodile sightings to us as soon as possible, and wildlife rangers investigate every sighting report.”

Crocodile sightings can be reported by using the QWildlife app, completing a crocodile sighting report on the DETSI website, or by calling 1300 130 372. The department investigates every crocodile sighting report received.

Further information is available at: Be Crocwise.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Joint Anti-Child Exploitation Team (JACET) have arrested and charged a 44-year-old male in relation to child abuse offences.

In April 2025, police became aware of the male as part of a wider operation targeting people who access child abuse material.

Yesterday, NT Police and Australian Federal Police officers attended a residence in a rural suburb to conduct a lawful search where they located and seized a device containing child abuse material. The male was arrested and has since been charged with:

•             Access child abuse material

•             Possess or control child abuse material

He was remanded to appear in Darwin local Court on 22 May 2025.

Detective Sergeant Mark Cronin said “Accessing, possessing, or distributing child abuse material is a heinous crime that will not be tolerated. The Northern Territory Police remain committed to protecting the most vulnerable members of our community, and we will continue to work tirelessly to hold offenders accountable for their actions.”

AFP Superintendent Greg Davis said the investigation highlighted how closely police around Australia worked together to combat the exploitation and abuse of children.

“Our common goal is to protect children, wherever they live, and to ensure anyone who tries to harm them is identified and brought before the courts,” Supt Davis said.

“Our message to offenders is clear, access and transmit child abuse material, you will be found and you will be prosecuted.”

Members of the public who have any information about people involved in child abuse and exploitation are urged to call police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. You can also submit a report online at https://crimestoppers.com.au/.

You can also make a report online by alerting the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation via the ‘Report Abuse’ button at www.accce.gov.au/report.