Northern Territory Police have arrested two men after an aggravated burglary in Moulden overnight.
Around 11:50m, police received reports that 2 males had unlawfully entered a residence on Moulden Terrace, armed with edged weapons.
Two occupants were at home at the time, with one occupant confronting the pair near the outside staircase.
An altercation has occurred and both the 70-year-old male victim and the offender have allegedly fallen down the stairs.
The offenders fled the scene while the 70-year-old was conveyed to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Detectives from Serious Crime are investigating the incident and two adult males were arrested earlier today.
They both remain in custody and are expected to be charged later this evening.
Police are calling for residents to review their CCTV for suspicious behaviour and to contact 131 444 and quote reference number P24268490.
Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 00 or through .
