Unable to delete broken downloads from desktop?

Hello all -
I am running Mac OS X version 10.2.8.
I have a whole bunch of 'broken' download icons on my desktop, ie they stay there if my browsers ever unexpectedly quit (taking my downloads with it) etc.
When ever I go to try and drag one of these icons to the waste bin, the following message pops up with a yellow triangle containing an exclamation mark next to the message:
'Preparing To Move To 'Trash''
The Item 'xxxx' is being used by another task right now. (Other tasks include moving, copying, or emptying the trash.)
Try again when the other task in complete.
Except that I am definately not doing any of those tasks? Any ideas 'coz my desktop is a mess at the moment, its so irritating!

Moromir
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