80-year-old man arrested after 95-year-old woman 'tied up during attempted robbery' in Salford
Police say they arrested a man from Worsley on suspicion of attempted robbery and false imprisonment
An 80-year-old man has been arrested after a 95-year-old woman was tied up and threatened during an attempted robbery during which she was asked about bin collection day, police have said.
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 force said.
While police previously said that a man offered to clean the 95-year-old woman's windows, detectives now think he asked about bin collection day.
It is believed the man entered the woman's property in Little Hulton in Salford on Tuesday, tied her hands together, and asked for cash and her purse.
The man was disrupted when another woman who knew the victim arrived at the house where she was grabbed, before the man fled.
No injuries were reported and the victim is being supported by 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."