Northern Territory Police have made multiple arrests in relation to domestic violence across Darwin.
Yesterday, investigators from Strike Force Lyra attended a Domestic Violence incident in Leanyer and arrested a 34-year-old man within his vehicle. While apprehending the offender, officers located dangerous drugs within the vehicle. The 34-year-old has since been charged with a number of domestic violence offences, drug offences, traffic offences, possess property, and fail to submit to saliva testing. He was granted bail to appear Darwin Local Court on 13 November 2024.
Members from Strike Force Lyra also arrested a 38-year-old man yesterday in the Darwin area for an alleged domestic violence aggravated assault over the weekend. The man allegedly assaulted his female partner with broken glass, resulting in injuries. He was arrested without incident and has since been charged with Aggravated assault and breach domestic violence order. He was remanded to appear in Darwin Local Court today.
Detective Acting Sergeant Katherine Lumsden said " Domestic and Family Violence has no place in our community and we appreciate the brave victims who reported these incidents to police.
Anyone with information on domestic and family violence is urged to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. In an emergency, always dial triple zero.
Support services for those affected by domestic violence are available, including 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) and Lifeline (13 11 14).
