Jpeg stuck on desktop!!

I just used Internet Explorer to download a Jpeg off the internet. I used the same method I use every time, by dragging the image from the browser window onto the desktop.
I could tell it didn't download completely, but now when I try to double click it open with preview, nothing happens. I've now tried to just drag the file into my trash to delete it and it says:
"Preparing move to "Trash"
The item "photo.jpg" is being used by another task right now. (Other tasks include moving, copying, or emptying the Trash.)
Try again when the other task is complete."
I've tried shutting down Explorer and Preview so it's not being used by other programs, and I've also restarted my computer and its still there, and I get the same error message.
How can I get rid of it?

Hi tom_dutch69,
Have a read of Dr. Smoke's excellent FAQ Solving Trash Problems. In particular "Files in use by other applications". Personally, I think downloading one of the trash utilities such as TrashIt is the easiest way to deal with stubborn trash problems.
hope that helps some,
littleshoulders

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