Alice Springs Police have arrested a 19-year-old man overnight in relation to a domestic-related assault on Christmas Day which left one woman in hospital.

Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Janelle Snigg said Police were called to Abbott’s Camp at around 1:00am on Tuesday night to respond to a call for assistance following an argument.

“Upon arrival Police found a 23-year-old woman suffering severe head injuries. She was taken to Alice Springs Hospital where she remains in a serious condition.

“The alleged offender was arrested at Mosquito Bore and is currently in Police custody.”

Charges are expected to be laid later today.