Northern Territory Police have arrested two 13-year-old girls in relation to an aggravated robbery in Darwin City yesterday evening that saw a woman threatened with a pair of scissors.
Police say that at around 6:30pm on Wednesday, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that a 25-year-old woman had been robbed along Garramilla Boulevard.
“It is alleged that three female youths approached the woman, with one attempting to steal her bag. When the victim resisted, one of the offenders allegedly produced a pair of scissors and threatened to stab her. The victim then surrendered her bag, and the group fled the scene on foot,” NT Police said in a statement.
There were no reported injuries during the incident.
Police conducted patrols of the area and subsequently arrested two 13-year-old females. One of the alleged offenders was found in possession of items belonging to the victim at the time of arrest.
One offender remains outstanding. The two 13-year-old youths remain in police custody with charges expected to follow.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference number P25163904. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.
