A MAN has been arrested after a 95-year-old woman was tied up and threatened during an attempted robbery.
Police were called to the victim’s property, in the Little Hulton area of Salford, , at around 11am yesterday.
It is believed the suspect gained the pensioner’s trust by asking about their bin collection day.
He then made his way into her home and launched his “vile” attack.
The man tied her hands together and demanded cash from her purse.
But he fled when another woman, who knew the victim, rushed into the property shortly afterwards.
Greater Manchester have now detained an 80-year-old man on suspicion of attempted robbery and false imprisonment.
He remains in custody for questioning, the force said.
No injuries were reported and the victim is being supported by officers.
On Tuesday, Detective Inspector Paul Davies, from GMP’s Salford district, said: “This was a vile incident in which a woman was tied up and threatened, and we are determined to locate the man responsible.
“Thankfully, this was not a more serious situation and we commend the brave actions of the lady’s friend who confronted the man and called officers.
“As we progress this investigation, we are appealing for anyone with any information to please come forward. It could be something big or small– it all assists in our work.”
A man has been arrested after a 95-year-old woman was tied up and threatened during an attempted robberyCredit: Kennedy-Carr, Sasha
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