Media release

Call for information - Assault - Parap

Police

Northern Territory Police are calling for information in relation to an assault that occurred in October.

During the early hours of 8 October 2021, a 58-year-old man was assaulted by an unknown man near a service station on Stuart Highway in Parap.

The victim had confronted the offender, who was allegedly in possession of the victim’s stolen property before the assault took place. The victim was taken to Royal Darwin Hospital after suffering serious injuries.

The alleged offender is described as being of Aboriginal appearance, mid to late 20s, 180cm tall, solid build, and was wearing dark clothing and black runners at the time.

Serious Crime detectives have taken carriage of the matter and are continuing investigations.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has dam-cam footage from the area between the hours of 2am and 2:30am, is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference number 9814001.