Police say they will charge people with unrest in Alice Springs after arrest over death of Kumanjayi Little Baby
Summary
Police in Alice Springs arrested a man named Jefferson Lewis in connection with the death of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby. After the arrest, violence broke out at the local hospital and in the town, leading to damage and arrests, but community leaders called for calm and respect during the grieving period.Key Facts
- Kumanjayi Little Baby, age five, was found dead 5km from where she was last seen alive.
- Jefferson Lewis, 47, was arrested in relation to her death and was attacked by a crowd afterward.
- Police had to intervene to stop the assault on Lewis and protect emergency workers.
- A crowd of about 400 people gathered at Alice Springs hospital, leading to fires, damaged vehicles, and injuries.
- Police used non-lethal weapons and chemical sprays to manage the unrest.
- The police transferred Lewis to Darwin for safety reasons after medical treatment.
- Community leaders asked for calm, respect, and time to mourn while justice takes its course.
- The Northern Territory Chief Minister said the violence was unacceptable and not representative of the community.
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