NT Police are searching for a firearm they allege was stolen from a vehicle in a carpark near the intersection of Standley Street and Paterson Street in Tennant Creek on Monday.

Police said in a statement that the gun, which they did not provide a make or model for, was stolen on Monday night between 8:30pm and 1:30am.

The rifle has since been identified as a “Little Badger folding rifle”.

It was unclear if any ammunition was also stolen.

Police did not provide a description of any suspects.

“Detectives from Tennant Creek Criminal Investigation Branch are urging anyone who may have information to make contact on 131 444. Please quote 10506918,” the statement said.

“You can also report anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.”