A SECOND man has been arrested in connection with the death of Trevor Cowan, in Grays.

On April 18, Mr Cowan, 35, from Parsonage Road, Grays, fell ill at his home and sadly died later in hospital. It's believed that he was assaulted in the days before his death.

A man, 28, was arrested on suspicion of murder, aggravated burglary and theft of a motor vehicle on April 24. He has been released on bail until May 22.

David Guwazah, 38, from Leighton Gardens, Tilbury, was charged with attempting to cause grievous bodily harm, with two counts of assault, aggravated burglary and possession of an offensive weapon.

Mr Guwazah is due to appear at Basildon Crown Court on May 20.

A police spokesperson said: "Our enquiries into the circumstances surrounding his death remain ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call the South Major Crime Team on 101 or email scd.appeals.essex@essex.pnn.police.uk.

"You can also contact the Crimestoppers charity 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111 or use the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org."