A motorist accused of causing grievous bodily harm by careless driving has opted to be tried in Supreme Court by a jury.

Duncan Henderson, 40, appeared at Magistrates’ Court yesterday where he denied the charge.

Prosecutor Nicole Smith said the alleged offence took place on November 9, when Henderson was driving a car. She said the alleged victim was Vernon Charles.

Senior Magistrate Archibald Warner released Mr Henderson on $5,000 bail with one surety. He will reappear for mention on January 21.