Aaron Hewson had been charged with being concerned in the supply of cocaine between January 1, 2025, and January 26, 2026.

The 36-year-old also faces charges of converting criminal property, namely cash between the same dates.

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Hewson, of Lynewood Road, Cromer, appeared at Norwich Crown Court on Thursday when he denied both charges.

Norwich Crown Court (Image: Peter Walsh, Newsquest)

A trial, expected to last three days, was put in the warned list for March 15, 2027.

It means the case could go ahead anytime within two weeks after that date.

A pre-trial review is expected to take place on March 11, 2027.

Ian James appeared for the prosecution, while John Morgans represented Hewson.

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