A man has appeared in court accused of causing serious injury by dangerous driving after an e-bike incident in a Northumberland park. Corey Rowell, 24, of Chestnut Street, Ashington, is alleged to have been riding an e-bike at speed in Gallagher Park, Bedlington, when he injured a male dog walker.
The incident is said to have occurred on 31 May last year at around 3.10pm. The victim was walking his dog on a single track near a substation in the park when the collision happened. He suffered a shattered femur and required surgery to have pins inserted into his leg.
Rowell pleaded not guilty to one count of causing serious injury by dangerous driving during a brief hearing at South East Northumberland Magistrates' Court. He spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth and address.
Prosecutor Keith Laidlaw said the case was suitable for trial before magistrates but Rowell elected to have his trial heard at Newcastle Crown Court before a judge and jury. He was released on unconditional bail and is due to appear at the crown court on 26 May.
