"The safety of Mr Lewis was important as well and he's been relocated to Darwin. Police said a significant investigation was ongoing, including forensic testing."
"I understand that people are grieving and I understand that people are upset, but please let the police do their job."
"Our job, our police swear an oath to serve and protect, we don't get to choose who we protect."
A crowd clashed with police outside a hospital in Alice Springs after the arrest of Jefferson Lewis, linked to the death of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby. Damage was assessed as fires burned in skip bins and a service station was vandalized. Lewis was arrested for safety concerns and transported to Darwin. Police are conducting a significant investigation, with charges expected soon. The police commissioner urged the community to support one another during this difficult time and allow the police to perform their duties.
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