The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested and charged a 17-year-old male in relation to several incidences of gross indecency that occurred in Katherine recently.
On the morning of Friday 14 February 2025, it is now alleged that five women and a female child were indecently assaulted along a walking path in Katherine.
Yesterday, officers from Strike Force Cerberus and Katherine General Duties located and arrested a 17-year-old male in relation to the incident, who has since been charged with:
- 1 x Gross Indecency - Child Under 16 Years
- 5 x Gross Indecency - Without Consent
The male was remanded to appear in Katherine Local Court today.
Senior Sergeant Warren Scott said, "This was a traumatising incident for those involved and detectives would like to thank the victims for coming forward and providing information that was vital in securing this arrest."
Police are urging anyone with further information to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference number P25043675. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or through https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
