Man accused of attempted murder after attack on Sheering man

A MAN charged with attempted murder following an attack on an elderly man from Sheering has been remanded in custody after appearing at magistrates’ court on Monday (February 6).

Unemployed Bradley Burnip (28), of Mead Lane, Hertford, is due to appear before Chelmsford Crown Court on April 16.

Chelmsford Crown Court

Victim Raymond Dodson (64), from Sheering, was found lying on a playing field between Mallows Green and The Maples on January 30.

He was found to have suffered fractures to his jaw, cheekbones and eye sockets, while both his hands were broken.

He remains in hospital where he is continuing to receive treatment for his injuries.