By Tate Papworth
A 38-year-old man has been arrested following an attempted armed robbery in St Albans yesterday.
A 73-year-old St Albans woman was carrying shopping bags along Alfrieda Street when she was approached by a man who made demands for cash about 11.40am.
An unknown male witness attempted to intervene and assist the victim.
It is alleged the offender hit the woman with a metal pole.
A 38-year-old man was arrested today at a St Albans address and is assisting police with their inquiries.
Investigators are keen to speak to the witness.
