A man suspected of robbing a pensioner in Preston has been arrested.

Patrick Jackson, 51, was wanted after an 83-year-old pensioner was punched in the face and mugged by two men at his home in Walker Street on January 6.

He was ambushed after answering a knock on his door at around 9pm. His assailants snatched a gold crucifix chain from around his neck, causing him to fall over.

The pensioner was left with a number of broken ribs and was taken to hospital for treatment. He has since been discharged and is continuing his recovery at home.

Jackson, 51, was taken into custody after his arrest last night. He remains in custody.

A second man, aged 48, of no fixed address, has already been arrested on suspicion of robbery.