A MAN has been charged with grievous bodily harm and dangerous driving after a cyclist was seriously injured in an alleged attack.

Officers were called to an alleged assault involving a car driver and a cyclist in Paddockhurst Road, Turners Hill, at 4.50pm on Tuesday.

The cyclist, a man in his 40s, suffered significant head injuries and was taken to the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton.

He remains in hospital in a stable condition.

David Francis, 28, a mechanic, of West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead, was arrested and later charged with grievous bodily harm with intent and driving a motor vehicle dangerously.

He has been remanded in custody to appear before Crawley Magistrates’ Court today.

Officers investigating the matter continue to appeal for any witnesses to come forward.

Information can be reported online or by calling 101. Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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