A pensioner who was 'unable to defend himself' had to be rushed to hospital after being assaulted with a metal bar at a Wigan home.
Greater Manchester Police says that a man knocked on the door at around 9pm on Saturday (November 27) on Warrington Road, Ince.
When the victim - a 69-year-old man - answered the door, he was immediately assaulted with the metal bar.
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The victim was then further threatened and assaulted by the man inside the property, GMP says.
Officers were called out to the disturbance shortly before 9.15pm.
On their arrival, the suspect was still at the scene, but after a brief struggle he fled the property.
The victim suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital, where he remains in a stable condition today (December 1).
A full investigation has been launched and this morning officers arrested two men, aged 28 and 36, from the Ince area.
Both have been arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary and remain in custody for questioning.
Enquiries remain ongoing and any witnesses are being urged to come forward with information.
Det Insp John Davies, of GMP's Wigan district, said: "This was a violent and abhorrent assault on a man who was unable to defend himself.
"Thankfully he remains in a hospital in a stable condition but the outcome could have been far worse.
"This sort of violence is completely unacceptable and our officers will do all they can to ensure those responsible are identified and face the consequence of their actions.
"Following a thorough investigation detectives have now arrested two men in connection with the assault and they remain in police custody whilst we question them.
"I would however urge anyone who has any information or video footage that could assist our enquiries to get in touch as a matter of urgency."
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call GMP on 0161 856 7094 or 101, or contact the force online at gmp.police.uk, quoting incident log number 3002 of November 27, 2021.
Details can also be passed on anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
