Man arrested after woman, 95, tied up during attempted robbery in Salford

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Nadeem BadshahJanuary 28, 2026 at 09:48 PM

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An 80-year-old man has been arrested in Worsley, Salford, after a 95-year-old woman was tied up during an attempted robbery at her home in Little Hulton on Tuesday. The assailant reportedly entered the woman's property after asking about bin collection day, tied her hands, and demanded cash. He fled when another woman arrived and confronted him. Greater Manchester Police arrested the man on suspicion of attempted robbery and false imprisonment, and he remains in custody for questioning. The victim was unharmed, and police are continuing their investigation, thanking the public for their assistance.

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Manchester Road, Worsley 50% Paul Davies 50% Little Hulton 60% Salford ×370% Greater Manchester Police ×280%

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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90%

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Salford

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