A MAN charged with attempting to rob a convenience store in Portskewett, Monmouthshire has appeared before magistrates.

Patrick Ian Drake, 20, of Old Bulwark Road, Chepstow, was also charged with possessing a 10-inch kitchen knife in a public place.

He appeared at Newport Magistrates' Court on Saturday, December 21.

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He was remanded in custody and will appear at Newport Crown Court on Monday, January 13.