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Escalating Gang Violence in Wadeye Sparks Community Outcry

2/15/2026

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Violence in Wadeye, Northern Territory, has escalated due to gang activity.
The violence is driven particularly by the Jovi Boys.
A brawl sparked by theft from a community store led to confrontations with police.
Acting-Chief Minister Gerard Maley called for community responsibility to curb violence.
The West Daly Regional Council condemned the violence and highlighted its destructive impact on the community.

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Story summary

Violence in Wadeye, Northern Territory, has escalated due to gang activity.
The violence is driven particularly by the Jovi Boys.
A brawl sparked by theft from a community store led to confrontations with police.
Acting-Chief Minister Gerard Maley called for community responsibility to curb violence.
The West Daly Regional Council condemned the violence and highlighted its destructive impact on the community.