Magherafelt man returned for trial accused of causing grievous bodily injury

Magherafelt Magistrates Court heard on Wednesday the charge arose out of an alleged incident on Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, on June 24, 2023.

Gary Scott, aged 21, of Ballynagarve Road, Magherafelt, was accused of causing grievous bodily injury to a male by driving a vehicle without due care and attention and with so much alcohol consumed that the alcohol in his blood at the time exceeded the prescribed limit.

When asked by the court clerk if he understood the charge, Scott replied that he did.

District Judge Conor Heaney said he was satisfied the accused had a prima facie case to answer on the papers before the court.

He released Scott on bail of £500 until his arraignment at Londonderry Crown Court on June 10.

The judge made it a condition of bail that he resides at his home address and does not have direct or indirect contact with witnesses.