Man re-bailed over death of ice hockey player

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

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

Nottingham Panthers forward Johnson suffered a fatal neck injury from a skate during a collision with Sheffield Steelers' Matt Petgrave on 28 October 2023.

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

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

Johnson died after a skate struck his neck during a match in 2023

On Monday, the force said a man who was initially arrested in November 2023 had been bailed again until 20 January 2025.

Det Ch Insp Benjamin Wood said: "We have been working meticulously to fully understand the unprecedented circumstances in which Adam sadly lost his life.

"This complex investigation into Adam's death remains ongoing and we are continuing to work closely with the Crown Prosecution Service.

"Our thoughts remain wholeheartedly with Adam's family at this time."