The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 45-year-old male in relation to an arson incident that occurred in Yuendumu yesterday evening.
Around 6:40pm, police received reports of a deliberately lit fire at a house in Yuendumu. Members attended the scene and the fire was extinguished. The kitchen of the residence sustained moderate damage.
No person was inside at the time of the fire and no injuries were reported to police.
A 45-year-old male was arrested in relation to the incident and a crime scene has been established.
Investigators from Alice Springs are travelling to Yuendumu to take carriage of the ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 or attend your local police station. Please quote reference P25087963. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
