AN UNEMPLOYED man has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm while in possession of a large rolling pin.
A 46-year-old local man suffered serious injuries following an incident in Norman Road, St Leonards at around 10.40pm on Tuesday, when he was attacked.
Simon Snashall, 51, unemployed, of Norman Road, has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of an offensive weapon - a commercial rolling pin - in a public place.
The victim remains in a serious but stable condition at the Conquest Hospital, St Leonards-on-Sea.
Mr Snashall appeared before magistrates in Brighton yesterday and was remanded in custody to appear before Lewes Crown Court on Thursday, November 16.
Anyone who saw what happened or may have other information is asked by police to call them on 101, quoting Operation Hopwood.
Alternatively, you can visit the Crimestoppers website or contact the independent charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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