Windows 10 Can't empty Recycle Bin: "Error 0x80004005: Unspecified error"

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I've got a folder in my Recycle Bin that I can't permanently remove.If I select "Empty Recycle Bin", or open the Recycle bin and select the folder then hit the Del button on the keyboard, after the "are you sure popup?' and clicking "Yes" I get the following error message:---------------------1 Interrupted ActionAn unexpected error is keeping you from deleting the folder. If you continue to receive this error, you can use the error code to seach for help with this problem.Error 0x800040005: Unspecified error(Then file created on date and original location info)---------------------The folder a

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