Northern Territory Police have charged a 19-year-old man following an alleged assault on a 53-year-old male victim in Darwin on 31 October 2024.
The incident reportedly involved multiple attacks on the victim at his residence in Moulden, resulting in serious injuries. Following the assault, it is alleged the offender posted an image on his social media account, displaying the weapon used in the attack and capturing the crime scene. Police allege the offender's actions were intended to boast or glorify the offending.
Police identified and apprehended the offender, who has since been charged with acts intended to cause serious harm and publishing material related to offending conduct. He has been remanded to appear in Darwin Local Court on Friday 8 November 2024.
Detective Superintendent Mark Grieve said, "This type of behaviour has no place in our community. Northern Territory Police take these matters seriously, and we urge the public to report any concerning behaviour, especially when it glorifies criminal conduct."
The investigation remains ongoing, and police are encouraging anyone with further information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
