Trial date set for Sussex Police officer accused of causing man's death in Peacehaven

Arthur Holscher-Ermert was hit by a police car in 2022

Author: Emily Pennink, PAPublished 6th Feb 2024

A police officer accused of causing the death of a man who was hit by a patrol car is facing a trial in the summer.

Pc Christopher Corker, 40, is charged over the death of 27-year-old pedestrian Arthur Holscher-Ermert in Peacehaven, East Sussex, in 2022.

Mr Holscher-Ermert was struck by the vehicle just after 11.10pm on April 30 and was confirmed dead at the scene.

On Tuesday, Corker, of Shandon Road, Worthing, West Sussex, appeared at the Old Bailey in London.

He spoke to confirm his name and date of birth but was not asked to enter pleas.

He is charged with causing death by dangerous driving and causing death by careless or inconsiderate driving.

Judge Richard Marks KC adjourned the plea hearing until May 10th.

He also set a trial of up to three weeks from August 5 at the Old Bailey.

The Sussex Police officer was granted continued unconditional bail.

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