Northern Territory Police are calling for information after an aggravated robbery occurred in Tennant Creek overnight.
Around 8:20pm, police received reports of five male youths allegedly unlawfully entering a residence on Scheelite Street.
The sole-occupant, a 79-year-old male, was allegedly threatened by one of the male youths armed with an edged weapon.
The offenders subsequently rummaged through the property, stole the victim’s phone, and fled the scene.
Police attended however the offenders remain outstanding.
The victim suffered minor injuries to his hand and received medical treatment.
Investigations are ongoing and police urge anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has any information, to contact police and quote job number P24193021. Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via .
