The Northern Territory Police Force is continuing to call for information in relation to a suspicious heavy machinery fire in Yuendumu on 14 December 2024.
On Friday 13 December 2024 at 5:30pm, four employees operating the site completed their shift and stopped their heavy machinery for the day. The machinery being:
- Isuzu Tip Truck bearing
- Bobcat E50 Mini Excavator
- Caterpillar 311D Excavator
- Chase CX57C Excavator
The machinery was parked along Nyrippi Road within approximately 50 meters of each other and upon the workers return to the site at 6:15am the following day, it was established that all but one of the machines were destroyed by fire.
A crime scene was established where the extensive damage to the equipment was assessed, which suggests the fire was deliberately lit.
Southern Crime members continue to investigate and urge anyone with information about the incident to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number P24347724.
You can also report anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or through https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
