Man arrested for alleged manslaughter of hockey player Adam Johnson

2023-11-15 11:06:52

Updated Wednesday, November 15, 2023 – 10:06

The fatal blow to the throat was given to him by Matt Petgrave, cheered by more than 8,000 people at the last Sheffield Steelers game, where a minute of silence was observed for Johnson.

Adam Johnson.PAUL VERNON | AP

A man has been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter of hockey player Adam Johnson, who He died after a cut to the neck during a match.

The Nottingham Panthers player suffered a cut on the neck with another player’s blade in a match against Sheffield Steelers last October 28. Johnson was taken to the hospital, where he was confirmed dead from a “fatal neck injury.”

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Ice hockey player Adam Johnson dies after cutting his neck with a skate

Ice hockey player Adam Johnson dies after cutting his neck with a skate

South Yorkshire Police announced this Tuesday that they have arrested a suspect in Johnson’s death and that the subject will be held in custody. in police custody.

The fatal blow to the throat was given by Matt Petgravewhich was cheered by more than 8,000 people last weekend in the Sheffield Steelers match against Coventry City. First, a minute of silence in memory of Johnson and later he supported Petgrave with an ovation.

In the last weeks The intention of the kick has been questioned and the debate has also been opened as to whether hockey players, for safety reasons, should wear some type of protection around their necks to try to avoid these types of accidents.

Detective Becs Horsfall, in charge of the investigation, assured that they have carried out “extensive investigations” these days to give shape to the “events that led to Adam’s death in these days.” unprecedented circumstances.”

“We have spoken to highly specialized experts in this field to assist us in our investigation and continue to work with Sheffield City Council’s health and safety department. Adam’s death has shocked many peoplefrom local residents in Sheffield to hockey fans from all over the world,” said Det.