A SOUTHAMPTON man has appeared in court accused of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. 

Oskars Bolsteins appeared at Southampton Magistrates' Court today.

It comes after three children were involved in a crash with a motorbike while crossing Onslow Road on August 1.

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The 27-year-old of Harcourt Road is charged with failing to stop after a road accident and driving a vehicle without a licence or insurance. 

He made no indication of plea to the charge of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. 

He has been remanded into custody and is next due to appear on September 9 at Southampton Crown Court.  

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