THE trial of a 61-year-old man accused of an assault and robbery at a local restaurant will take place later this month.

Colin Millar denies assaulting the manager of the Contented Vine in Woodmarket by threatening him with violence and robbing him of £185 on July 14.

Millar of Farrier Court is also charged with extortion by inducing him to send a further £60.

The trial will take place at Jedburgh Sheriff Court on April 30.