A MAN arrested in connection with a murder investigation has been charged with robbery, while matters of murder and possession of a firearm remain under investigation.

It comes after Timothy Smith, 57, of Hullbridge, died following a robbery in The Drive, Hullbridge, at about 11pm on Sunday, March 19.

Colin Garrod, 50 of Crowborough Road, Southend, was arrested in Berkshire on Thursday, March 23, and has subsequently been charged.

He appeared at Chelmsford Magistrates Court today, Saturday, March 25.