Pensioner, 87, is dragged into a car, blindfolded and attacked then dumped miles from home: Two men arrested for kidnap

Two men have been arrested after an 87-year-old man was forced into a car and attacked before being dumped on a dark road miles from his home.

Police said the incident took place last Sunday between 9pm and 9.30pm in the Lee Street area of Oldham, while the man was walking home.

The pensioner was allegedly dragged into a black car, blindfolded and attacked as he was driven around West Yorkshire, suffering injuries in the process.

Demands were made for his money and personal items, Greater Manchester Police said. He eventually found aid when he knocked on a door at around 10.40pm.

A 39-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of kidnap on Thursday and has been released on police bail pending further investigations.

A 24-year-old man was arrested this morning at an address in Royton on suspicion of kidnap. He remains in custody for questioning.

Officers are appealing to members of the public for information.

Detective Inspector Emma Hulston, from GMP's Major Incident Team, said: 'We have arrested two men in connection with this shocking incident and our investigation team is making good progress in gathering evidence to establish the full circumstances.

'Whilst incidents of this nature can cause alarm in the community, we do believe it was an isolated incident with no wider threat to the public.

'Specialist officers are continuing to support the victim and detectives are working around the clock determined to bring offenders to justice.

'We are continuing to appeal to the public for information, dashcam or doorbell footage that could help us solve this crime and help hold all those responsible accountable.'

Information can be provided through the major incident portal, or by contacting the investigation team on 0161 856 3635 quoting log number 3165/150924.

The independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.