A woman who was seriously injured after she was allegedly attacked by her ex-partner in a ‘serious act of domestic violence’ has died.
The 36-year-old woman lost her battle for her life on Monday night, 11 days after the alleged incident in a public place in Katherine in the Northern Territory outback.
Five days later, after the alleged July 11 attack, the woman was taken to Katherine Hospital in critical condition.
Two days later she was transferred to the Royal Darwin Hospital, where she spent six days in a coma in intensive care before succumbing to her injuries.
Last Friday, a 45-year-old man was arrested and charged with recklessly endangering life, intentionally causing serious injury and causing damage.
It is not yet clear how serious the injuries the woman sustained before her death were.
Police had previously reported that the woman stated that she had been hit on the head.
Detectives from the Major Crimes Unit are working with the Public Prosecution Service as police continue to investigate the incident.
The 36-year-old woman died on Monday evening after spending six days in intensive care at the Royal Darwin Hospital (stock image)
Police have arrested and charged a 45-year-old man after a woman was allegedly attacked. He will appear in Darwin District Court on July 31 (pictured).
Detective Chief Inspector Jon Beer said the investigation into the alleged attack that led to the woman’s hospitalisation was ‘complex’
Police believe the alleged incident was an act of domestic violence.
“We have already spoken to a large number of people but we urge anyone with information to contact police,” said Sgt Beer.
‘Police are particularly interested in CCTV and dashcam footage from Railway Terrace between 8.30pm and 9.30pm on July 11.’
Police do not suspect a weapon was involved.
The man remains in custody and will appear in court in Darwin next week.
Domestic Violence Helpline: 1800 737 732
Lifeline: 13 11 14