Sen.-Sgt Mark Malogorski from the Northern Investigations Section said just after midnight on December 24, an 18-year-old woman was walking along O’Shea Terrace, when she was assaulted by an unknown offender or offenders, which resulted in her shoes and wallet being stolen.

“Later that morning, between 1am and 3am, the woman was walking in the vicinity of Katherine High School when she was approached by two unknown male offenders, pushed to the ground, and sexually assaulted,” Sen.-Sgt Malogorski said.

The first male is described as being of Indigenous appearance, 180cm tall, with an athletic build. He was wearing black jeans/pants, a black jumper with a pocket on the front, black slip on shoes, and a blue/green cap with a lighter blue “wave” logo on the front.

The second male is described as being of Indigenous appearance, with short blonde/orange hair. He was wearing black pants and black shoes.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or who has any other information, is urged to call police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.