First trial kicks off as coronavirus lockdown eases

The first Old Bailey trial to be held since the Covid-19 emergency began today (mon) with the jury being sworn in to try a motorist accused of killing a biker. Seven men and five women will try Mohammed Tahir who is accused of causing death by careless driving after he collided with motorcyclist Thomas Bailey on Battersea Bridge. Tahir, 45, appeared in the dock wearing a face mask as the charge was put to him. The trial will be beamed…