An 80 year old suspect has been arrested by police investigating the incident which saw a 95 year old woman tied up during a robbery in Little Hulton
The man was arrested at an address on Manchester Road in Worsley
Police are saying that although they initially reported that a man offered to clean the woman’s windows, we believe that he had actually enquired about bin collection day.
He then entered the woman’s property, tied her hands together, and demanded cash and her purse.
The man was interrupted when another woman, who knew the victim, arrived at the house, where she was grabbed, before the man fled.
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 enquiries 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.”
