The trial of a 24-year-old Colchester man accused of being involved in the production of cannabis will take place in October.

A plea and trial preparation hearing for Klizman Marku, of Victor Road, Colchester, was held at Ipswich Crown Court on Monday (July 4).

He pleaded not guilty to being concerned in the production of cannabis on June 5 this year and possession of cannabis on the same date.

His trial, which is expected to last two days, will take place during a two week warned list commencing October 10 this year.

Marku is in custody.