A man allegedly bashed his partner in a Darwin street and lit the clothes she was wearing on fire, with witnesses having to extinguish the woman’s clothes, NT Police said.

Acting Senior Sergeant Kaye Pemberton said in a statement that about 7:20pm on Saturday a woman, whose age was not specified, was assaulted by her 40-year-old male partner on Dripstone Rd in Casuarina.

“The male allegedly repeatedly assaulted her before lighting her clothes on fire, which were extinguished by witnesses,” Snr Sgt Pemberton said.

The woman was taken to Royal Darwin Hospital, while the man was charged with recklessly endangering serious harm, and aggravated assault, she said.

Snr Sgt Pemberton said the man was remanded in custody to appear before Darwin Local court Monday.

“Domestic and family violence continues to be a significant concern in the Territory and perpetrators of domestic violence will be held accountable for their actions,” she said.

Police are asking anyone with information, or who had witnessed the assault, to call them on 131 444 (quote reference NTP2400029690), or report it anonymously through the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 00 or through.

If you or someone you know is experience difficulties as a result of domestic violence, support services are available including, but not limited to 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) or Lifeline 131 114.