Man accused of manslaughter in car death case now facing murder charge

A man accused of the manslaughter of a woman who was hit by a car has denied a further charge of murder.

Ian Curson, 42, entered a not guilty plea to the new charge on Monday, before a jury was sworn in to try him at Leicester Crown Court.

Curson, of Fairhaven Road, Leicester, also denies manslaughter and possessing a ratchet as an offensive weapon.

Jurors were told the case will be opened by prosecution KC Tim Clark on Tuesday.

The trial is expected to last for around six weeks.