Ian Tomlinson death: officer to stand trial

PC Simon Harwood is accused of killing Ian Tomlinson at the G20 protests in 2009 PC Simon Harwood, the Scotland Yard police officer accused of killing Ian Tomlinson at the G20 protests is to stand trial at the Old Bailey in October. Tomlinson, a 47-year-old newspaper seller, collapsed and died on the fringes of the demonstrations in central London on 1 April 2009. Harwood was bailed until 17 October for a plea and case management hearing when he appeared at City of Westminster magistrates court charged with manslaughter. The 44-year-old, who appeared in the dock with his arm in a sling, spoke only to confirm his age, name and address. More details to follow… Ian Tomlinson Metropolitan police Police G20 London guardian.co.uk

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