Cwmbran man denies Newport knife and assault allegations

Simon Forward, 52, from Cwmbran, entered not guilty pleas at Cardiff Crown Court <i>(Image: PA)</i>
Simon Forward, 52, from Cwmbran, entered not guilty pleas at Cardiff Crown Court (Image: PA)
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A MAN is to stand trial after he denied knife and assault charges.

Simon Forward, from Cwmbran, entered not guilty pleas at Cardiff Crown Court to allegations of possession of a bladed article and assault by beating in Newport last December.

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A trial date of October 13 at Newport Crown Court was set.

The defendant, 52, of Penyparc, Pontnewydd, was granted bail.

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