The trial of a 31-year-old man accused of attempting to rob a betting shop and possessing a firearm in Sudbury will take place in November.
Before Ipswich Crown Court on Friday (July 8) for a plea and trial preparation hearing was Mohamad El Sarnawi, of Salmon Lane, London.
He pleaded not guilty to attempted robbery at Coral bookmakers in Sudbury on June 8 this year and having an imitation firearm, namely a toy silver revolver, with intent to commit a robbery.
He also denied possessing an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence.
No-one was hurt during the alleged attempted robbery and no money was taken.
El Sarnawi’s trial, which is expected to last two to three days, will take place during a two-week warned list commencing November 7.
A further case management hearing will take place during the week commencing September 5.
Judge Emma Peters remanded El Sarnawi in custody.
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