Zimbabwean Roy Bennett goes on trial on Tuesday in the eastern city of Mutare, facing charges of possessing weapons to commit banditry.

His party is worried he may be put back in custody, this time in Harare.

Lawyer Trust Maanda told Eyewitness News the state still has not provided vital documents such as the charge sheet.

There are fears state lawyers could apply to have the case referred to the high court in Harare.

Movement for Democratic Change sources say that if Bennett is indicted at the high court, he will be placed back in custody.

There is no confirmation yet of the state’s intentions at this point.