The Aporia · Four arrested over violent brawl that put man in critical condition

Police in the Northern Territory arrested four individuals from Wadeye following a violent brawl in Nightcliff on Monday that left one man critically injured. The incident involved around 30 people using weapons, causing nearby businesses to lock down for safety. Police are still searching for additional suspects involved in the altercation.

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On Monday afternoon, a violent brawl broke out in Nightcliff, involving around 30 people, some of whom were armed with weapons. The incident led nearby shop patrons to lock themselves inside for safety. According to the NT Police, a 30-year-old man was severely beaten and is now in critical condition at the hospital. Four individuals from Wadeye have been arrested by police; however, authorities are still searching for other suspects involved in the altercation.

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NT Police arrest four Wadeye people after Nightcliff brawl leaves man in critical condition

framing: mixed · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-09-17

2026-09-17 · ABC News (AU)

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NT Police arrest four Wadeye people after Nightcliff brawl leaves man in critical condition asserted

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In short: A fight involving about 30 people armed with weapons broke out in Nightcliff on Monday afternoon, forcing people in nearby shops to lockdown. NT Police says a 30-year-old man was allegedly repeatedly attacked and is now in a critical condition. What's next? uncertain

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Four people are in custody, and police say they are trying to locate others involved. asserted

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Four arrested over violent brawl that put man in critical condition

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