A MAN has been charged with murder after a man was attacked in a car park in Grays.
Liam Holden, 35, died from head injuries in the early hours of March 10 after the assault near Morrisons supermarket, London Road.
Mr Holden, who had been out with friends at the Euro Lounge, was described by his family as a gentle giant.
A family tribute read: "A much-loved son, brother, dedicated father and partner. Loved by all."
Owen Wood, 23, of Godman Road, Grays, has been charged with murder and is in custody, due before Southend Magistrates on Monday, March 18.
A second man, a 21-year-old also from Grays, arrested in connection with the murder remains on bail until May 22, 2013 pending further enquiries.