Officers from Essex Police were first called to a location outside Vange Riverview Centre in Basildon shortly before 6pm, on Saturday 4 May, following reports of a man who had been seriously assaulted.
The victim was taken to hospital with a head injury, where he remains in a critical condition.
Now, 33-year-old Codey Nolan of River View in Basildon is charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent and offering to supply Class A drugs.
He has been remanded in custody and will appear at Chelmsford Magistrates’ court on Monday 13 May.
Our officers are still appealing for anyone who may have information about this incident to speak to us, no matter haw small it may seem.
Anyone with doorbell or dash cam footage which may assist us should also get in touch.
A dedicated portal has been set up to quickly get through to the investigative team with information: Public Portal (mipp.police.uk)
