03/05/2011

Ian Tomlinson Unlawfully Killed, Finds Jury

An inquest jury has ruled that Ian Tomlinson was unlawfully killed at the G20 protests in London.

Mr Tomlinson, 47, died after he was struck by a baton by Pc Simon Harwood on 1 April 2009 during the London protests.

The jury determined the officer used "excessive and unreasonable" force on Mr Tomlinson who was not taking part in the protests.

The jury added that Mr Tomlinson posed no threat.

(BMcN/KMcA)

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