An 80-year-old man has been arrested after a 95-year-old woman was tied up and threatened during an attempted robbery in Little Hulton.
Police believe that the woman was asked by the man about bin collection day, before he entered her property, tied her up and asked for cash and her purse on Tuseday 27 January.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said they attended an address on Manchester Road, Worsley, on Wednesday and arrested the elderly man on suspicion of attempted robbery and false imprisonment.
He remains in custody for questioning.
The man was interrupted when another woman who knew the victim arrived at the house where she was grabbed, before the man.
No injuries were reported and the victim is continuing to supported by GMP officers.
Detective Inspector Paul Davies, from GMP’s Salford district, said: “When this report came in to us yesterday, we were shocked by the very nature of it, and immediately utilised all resources available as part of our investigation.
“I am glad that we now have someone arrested in connection with this incident and inquiries remain ongoing.
“I would ask the community to not speculate in order to allow the criminal justice process to run its proper course.
“I want to thank everyone who has shared our appeals and got in touch with us – your assistance is truly appreciated and helps us provide the best service possible.”
