Attempted murder arrest after woman beaten and left in garden

The 49-year-old victim was found seriously injured in Rose Bank Road, Manchester

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a woman was beaten unconscious and left for dead in a garden.

The 49-year-old was found critically injured outside the home on Rose Bank Road, Manchester, on Saturday.

Greater Manchester Police said she remains in hospital.

The 42-year-old man being held is the fifth person arrested over the attack. Three women and a man held on suspicion of assault have been bailed.

Det Insp Michelle Buchanan appealed for anyone with information to contact the force.

"This was a disturbing attack on a woman who is still recovering from her injuries," she said.

"We are looking at all lines of enquiry and are keeping an open-mind as we carry out our work."

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