Police Make Arrests - Aggravated Robbery In Darwin 9 April

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested four youths in relation to an aggravated robbery that occurred in Darwin yesterday.

Around 12:15pm, police received reports of a robbery that occurred at a shopping complex on Bagot Road.

It is alleged that two youths entered the store, one of which used a baseball bat from the store to threaten staff. They then stole two scooters and the baseball bat and fled the scene.

A short time later, police received a report of the group attempting to gain entry to a complex in Coconut Grove.

Strike Force Trident attended and arrested four male youths aged 10, 10, 11 and 12.

The 12-year-old male has been charged with Aggravated robbery and Attempted burglary and will face court at a later date.

The remaining offenders were dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act 2005.

Investigations are ongoing.

Police urge anyone with information about the incident to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number P25095881.

Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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