The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 14-year-old male after an aggravated burglary in Katherine overnight.
About 8:15pm, police received reports of an unlawful entry from a relative of an elderly resident living in Katherine South.
The resident awoke to noise and upon further inspection noticed the door had been damaged and her mobile phone and set of keys were missing. She used her medical alert device to call family, who notified police.
Katherine general duties and Dog Operations Unit members attended the residence and conducted patrols nearby. The alleged offender was apprehended a short time later and was found in possession of a number of stolen keys and an edged weapon.
Senior Sergeant Glenn Leafe said "Investigations remain ongoing into this incident as there were several sets of keys found in possession of the alleged offender.
"This lady did an excellent job seeking help, and her family acted promptly to ensure police could apprehend this young person nearby, preventing further offending. This type of conduct is not tolerated in our community and we will continue to investigate and put offenders before the court"
Police urge anyone who witnesses crime or antisocial behaviour to contact police on 131 444. In an emergency call 000. You can also report anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
