Police Make Arrest - Post And Boast In Darwin

Northern Territory Police have arrested one male youth in relation to posting and boasting offences in Darwin over the weekend.

Around 5pm Saturday, police responded to an unlawful entry at an address in Millner where multiple personal items were reported stolen.

The victim later identified their belongings being held by people in a social media post and reported this to police.

Investigations led police to conduct a lawful search of a residence in Millner, where one of the stolen items was located.

A 13-year-old male was arrested and charged with receiving stolen property and publishing material about offending conduct.

Investigations are ongoing.

Strike Force Trident urge anyone with information to make contact on 131 444 or make an anonymous report to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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