A man has been charged in connection with the serious assault on New Canal that left another man fighting for his life.

Connor Pool, 24, of Salt Lane, Winterbourne Gunner, has been charged with Section 18 grievous bodily harm following the attack in the early hours of Sunday morning (February 20).

UPDATE: New Canal attack victim has died, court is told

He has been remanded in custody to appear before Swindon Magistrates’ Court today (Wednesday February 23).

Read more: Three arrested after serious assault in New Canal

Police say the condition of the victim is unchanged.

A spokesperson said: "We are not now looking for any other suspects in connection with this assault.

"Extra patrols are being conducted this week and into the weekend to provide reassurance to the local community.

"We are still appealing for witnesses and if you have any information, particularly video footage, that could assist officers, please call us on 101 and quote crime reference number 54220018147.

"Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers, where information can be left anonymously, by calling 0800 555 111."

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