Man, 21, Arrested After Violent Sexual Assault Of Elderly Care Home Resident In Oldham
Greater Manchester Police have arrested a 21-year-old man following reports of a serious sexual assault of an elderly woman at a care home in Oldham.
Police were called to the care home in Shaw at around 2.40am this morning (Sunday 1 January) to reports of an unknown male at the premises.
When authorities arrived at the scene, an elderly woman was taken to hospital after reportedly being the victim of a violent sexual assault and assault.
A 21-year-old man was arrested at the scene and currently remains in police custody.
Greater Manchester Police confirmed that all the other residents in the care home were safe.
Visitation restrictions are currently in place while officers carry out further enquiries into the incident.
Superintendent Phillip Hutchinson said: "Specialist officers are currently supporting the victim and her loved ones at what is undoubtedly a difficult and distressing time, and they are assisting with our investigation.
"We understand the effect this will have on residents, families, and staff at the care home and the wider community.
"We have deployed a number of uniformed officers and specialist officers to the scene and local area to ensure this incident is investigated thoroughly and provide reassurance to the residents, their loved ones, and the local community".
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