Three Teenagers Arrested for Alleged Assault on Police Officers at Noonamah Rodeo
Teenagers who allegedly assaulted police officers at the Noonamah Rodeo on Saturday night have been arrested, sparking strong words from NT Police Commander David Moore. The incident unfolded when security staff denied entry to a 17-year-old girl, leading to a confrontation between a group of teenagers and the police officers involved. The alleged assault resulted in three female members of the group being apprehended, with one throwing a mobile phone that struck a police officer on the head.
Key Takeaways:
- Three teenagers, including a 16, 17, and 18-year-old, were arrested for allegedly assaulting three police officers at the Noonamah Rodeo on Saturday night.
- The altercation began when security staff denied entry to a 17-year-old girl, leading to a confrontation with police officers.
- The 18-year-old is expected to be charged with assault of police, while the 16 and 17-year-old are expected to be summonsed for their alleged involvement.
- Commander David Moore labelled the alleged incident as "disgraceful" and "shameful," highlighting the importance of frontline workers.
- The three police officers involved in the incident were treated for their injuries at the scene, with none reported to be serious.
- The 17-year-old initially involved in the incident was not part of the alleged assault, according to NT Police.
Statistics:
- Three police officers were allegedly assaulted by a group of teenagers at the Noonamah Rodeo.
- The incident occurred at 9.10pm on Saturday night, with the three alleged offenders being arrested.
- One of the alleged offenders threw a mobile phone that struck a police officer on the head.
- The 18-year-old allegedly involved in the assault is expected to be charged with assault of police, while the 16 and 17-year-old are expected to be summonsed.
- According to NT Police Commander David Moore, assaulting frontline workers is "shameful" and "disgraceful."
Sources:
- NT Police
- Commander David Moore