Man re-bailed over death of ice hockey player

Adam Johnson had played for Pittsburgh Penguins, Malmö Redhawks, Augsburger Panthers before his move to Nottingham

A man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of Nottingham ice hockey player Adam Johnson has had his bail extended by police.

Panthers player Johnson suffered a fatal neck injury from a skate during a collision with Sheffield Steelers' Matt Petgrave.

The 29-year-old was taken to hospital in Sheffield on 28 October 2023 where he was pronounced dead.

A post-mortem examination confirmed he died as a result of a neck injury, said South Yorkshire Police.

Nottingham Panthers player Adam Johnson died after a skate struck his neck during a match in 2023

On Monday, police said a man, who was initially arrested in November, had been bailed again until 11 November.

A spokesperson for the force said: "Our investigation is ongoing, and our thoughts remain with Adam’s family.”

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