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Vancouver Sun
30-04-2025
- Vancouver Sun
Player arrested in death of former NHLer from on-ice collision won't be charged
Article content LONDON — A man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of hockey player Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges, British prosecutors said Tuesday. Article content Article content Johnson played for the Nottingham Panthers and died shortly after his neck had been sliced in a collision with Sheffield Steelers defenceman Matt Petgrave during a game on Oct. 28, 2023. Article content Article content A man was arrested two weeks later and though South Yorkshire Police did not publicly identify him, Petgrave himself said in a crowdfunding appeal for legal fees that he was the subject of a police investigation. Article content Article content On Tuesday, the Crown Prosecution Service announced it would not bring criminal charges against the man arrested following what it described as 'a shocking and deeply upsetting incident.' Article content 'The CPS and South Yorkshire Police have worked closely together to determine whether any criminal charges should be brought against the other ice hockey player involved,' Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor Michael Quinn said. 'Following a thorough police investigation and a comprehensive review of all the evidence by the CPS, we have concluded that there is not a realistic prospect of conviction for any criminal offense and so there will not be a prosecution. Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Adam Johnson.' Article content Article content After his arrest, Petgrave had been re-bailed several times while the investigation took place. His agent declined to comment Tuesday. Article content During the game, Johnson had skated with the puck into Sheffield's defensive zone when Petgrave collided with another Panthers player nearby. Petgrave's left skate elevated as he began to fall and the blade hit Johnson in the neck. Article content Article content The native of Hibbing, Minnesota, was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. The death of the 29-year-old former Pittsburgh Penguins player sparked debate across the sport about improving safety for players. Article content Petgrave, a 33-year-old Canadian, had support from some of Johnson's teammates. Victor Björkung had told a Swedish newspaper there 'isn't a chance that it's deliberate.' Björkung had played the pass to Johnson and said he was traumatized by what he saw.
Edmonton Journal
30-04-2025
- Edmonton Journal
Player arrested in death of former NHLer from on-ice collision won't be charged
Article content LONDON — A man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of hockey player Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges, British prosecutors said Tuesday. Johnson played for the Nottingham Panthers and died shortly after his neck had been sliced in a collision with Sheffield Steelers defenceman Matt Petgrave during a game on Oct. 28, 2023. Article content A man was arrested two weeks later and though South Yorkshire Police did not publicly identify him, Petgrave himself said in a crowdfunding appeal for legal fees that he was the subject of a police investigation. On Tuesday, the Crown Prosecution Service announced it would not bring criminal charges against the man arrested following what it described as 'a shocking and deeply upsetting incident.' 'The CPS and South Yorkshire Police have worked closely together to determine whether any criminal charges should be brought against the other ice hockey player involved,' Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor Michael Quinn said. 'Following a thorough police investigation and a comprehensive review of all the evidence by the CPS, we have concluded that there is not a realistic prospect of conviction for any criminal offense and so there will not be a prosecution. Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Adam Johnson.' Article content After his arrest, Petgrave had been re-bailed several times while the investigation took place. His agent declined to comment Tuesday. During the game, Johnson had skated with the puck into Sheffield's defensive zone when Petgrave collided with another Panthers player nearby. Petgrave's left skate elevated as he began to fall and the blade hit Johnson in the neck. The native of Hibbing, Minnesota, was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. The death of the 29-year-old former Pittsburgh Penguins player sparked debate across the sport about improving safety for players. Petgrave, a 33-year-old Canadian, had support from some of Johnson's teammates. Victor Björkung had told a Swedish newspaper there 'isn't a chance that it's deliberate.' Björkung had played the pass to Johnson and said he was traumatized by what he saw. Article content Johnson — one of the 'import' players in the Elite Ice Hockey League — was in his first season at Nottingham after stints in Germany and a handful of games for the Penguins in the 2018-19 and 2019-20 seasons. Johnson was living with fiancee Ryan Wolfe and studying at Loughborough Business School. The English Ice Hockey Association, which governs the sport below the Elite League, reacted to Johnson's death by requiring all players in England to wear neck guards from the start of 2024. Latest National Stories
National Post
30-04-2025
- National Post
Player arrested in death of former NHLer from on-ice collision won't be charged
Article content LONDON — A man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of hockey player Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges, British prosecutors said Tuesday. Article content Article content Johnson played for the Nottingham Panthers and died shortly after his neck had been sliced in a collision with Sheffield Steelers defenceman Matt Petgrave during a game on Oct. 28, 2023. Article content Article content A man was arrested two weeks later and though South Yorkshire Police did not publicly identify him, Petgrave himself said in a crowdfunding appeal for legal fees that he was the subject of a police investigation. Article content Article content On Tuesday, the Crown Prosecution Service announced it would not bring criminal charges against the man arrested following what it described as 'a shocking and deeply upsetting incident.' Article content 'The CPS and South Yorkshire Police have worked closely together to determine whether any criminal charges should be brought against the other ice hockey player involved,' Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor Michael Quinn said. 'Following a thorough police investigation and a comprehensive review of all the evidence by the CPS, we have concluded that there is not a realistic prospect of conviction for any criminal offense and so there will not be a prosecution. Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Adam Johnson.' Article content Article content After his arrest, Petgrave had been re-bailed several times while the investigation took place. His agent declined to comment Tuesday. Article content During the game, Johnson had skated with the puck into Sheffield's defensive zone when Petgrave collided with another Panthers player nearby. Petgrave's left skate elevated as he began to fall and the blade hit Johnson in the neck. Article content Article content The native of Hibbing, Minnesota, was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. The death of the 29-year-old former Pittsburgh Penguins player sparked debate across the sport about improving safety for players. Article content Petgrave, a 33-year-old Canadian, had support from some of Johnson's teammates. Victor Björkung had told a Swedish newspaper there 'isn't a chance that it's deliberate.' Björkung had played the pass to Johnson and said he was traumatized by what he saw. Article content Johnson — one of the 'import' players in the Elite Ice Hockey League — was in his first season at Nottingham after stints in Germany and a handful of games for the Penguins in the 2018-19 and 2019-20 seasons. Article content Johnson was living with fiancee Ryan Wolfe and studying at Loughborough Business School. Article content The English Ice Hockey Association, which governs the sport below the Elite League, reacted to Johnson's death by requiring all players in England to wear neck guards from the start of 2024. Article content
Herald Sun
30-04-2025
- Herald Sun
Major investigation update after ice hockey player's death from slit throat
Don't miss out on the headlines from Other Sports. Followed categories will be added to My News. No criminal charges will be brought following the tragic death of professional ice hockey player Adam Johnson, prosecutors have confirmed. The Nottingham Panthers star, 29, was killed when he collided with a rival player in a freak accident in Sheffield, UK, in October 2023, The Sun reports. A 29-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter the following month. The Crown Prosecution Service confirmed no criminal charges will be brought. Michael Quinn, deputy chief crown prosecutor, said: 'This was a shocking and deeply upsetting incident. 'The CPS and South Yorkshire Police have worked closely together to determine whether any criminal charges should be brought against the other ice hockey player involved. 'Following a thorough police investigation and a comprehensive review of all the evidence by the CPS, we have concluded that there is not a realistic prospect of conviction for any criminal offence and so there will not be a prosecution. Footage of the incident has spread on social media. Photo: Twitter. 'Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Adam Johnson.' Video clips showed Petgrave's leg being sent into the air after he was knocked off-balance moments before the horror. Around 8,000 fans watched in horror as Johnson lay stricken on the ice at Sheffield's Utilita Arena. He received emergency treatment while being shielded by players before he was taken to hospital. An inquest into his death heard previously how Adam's fiancee Ryan Wolfe identified his body after he died in hospital later that day. Tragically, Johnson is understood to have become engaged to partner Ryan during the summer before his death. She took to Instagram on Monday morning to share a picture of the ice hockey player. Ryan said: 'My sweet, sweet angel. I'll miss you forever and love you always.' The conclusion of the investigation comes after Thompson's family had spoken publicly in 2023 to press for a 'full investigation' into the incident Grieving aunt Kari Johnson, 62, insisted she did not think Petgrave, 31, had intended to kill her nephew. However, she commented that Petgrave's actions during the game were 'reckless'. Speaking from her home in Kelly Lake, Minnesota, Kari said in her opinion: 'It was very reckless. I just want them to get it right. We are looking for justice for Adam.' Kari said she had been watching the game with Adam's mum and dad at home and had witnessed the 'horrific tragedy' unfold together. Ryan Wolfe posted a heartfelt tribute in the wake of Adam Johnson's tragic death. Photo: Ryan Wolfe, Instagram. Pittsburgh Penguins forward Adam Johnson. AP Photo/Paul Vernon, File. And in the days since she has reviewed the footage hundreds of times and come to the conclusion that the manoeuvre was 'totally unnecessary'. Kari said: 'We are absolutely calling for a complete investigation. 'You don't take your leg and kick somebody and cut their throat. I'm sorry. 'We were watching the game in real-time and we did witness what happened. Horrific is the word to describe. 'My nephew was 6ft tall, and whether you lost your balance or not, to have that leg come up that high and do a kicking motion like he did, that is just unacceptable. Floral tributes are placed for Nottingham Panthers player Adam Johnson, who died from a skate cut to the neck. AP Photo/Rui Vieira, File. 'I think the actions were unnecessary. It was just unnecessary. Nobody touched him. I've watched that video hundreds of times. 'That's not a hockey play, that's not a check. I understand that every team has an enforcer, per se, on their team. 'I'm sure Mr Petgrave probably didn't even think about the consequences could be of that happening, but there comes a time when you have to realise, that's not hockey. 'And I'm sure he's going through a lot too, but he took our boy. There are a few of us in the family that think it was a totally unnecessary, very, very bad action to take.' — This story originally appeared on The Sun and has been republished with permission Originally published as Major investigation update after ice hockey player's death from slit throat
Chicago Tribune
29-04-2025
- Chicago Tribune
Man arrested following the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson in England won't face charges
LONDON — A man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges, British prosecutors said Tuesday. Johnson played for the Nottingham Panthers and died shortly after his neck had been sliced in a collision with Sheffield Steelers defenseman Matt Petgrave during a game on Oct. 28, 2023. A man was arrested two weeks later and though South Yorkshire Police did not publicly identify him, Petgrave himself said in a crowdfunding appeal for legal fees that he was the subject of a police investigation. On Tuesday, the Crown Prosecution Service announced it would not bring criminal charges against the man arrested following what it described as 'a shocking and deeply upsetting incident.' 'The CPS and South Yorkshire Police have worked closely together to determine whether any criminal charges should be brought against the other ice hockey player involved,' Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor Michael Quinn said. 'Following a thorough police investigation and a comprehensive review of all the evidence by the CPS, we have concluded that there is not a realistic prospect of conviction for any criminal offense and so there will not be a prosecution. Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Adam Johnson.' After his arrest, Petgrave had been re-bailed several times while the investigation took place. His representative did not immediately respond to a request for comment Tuesday. During the game, Johnson had skated with the puck into Sheffield's defensive zone when Petgrave collided with another Panthers player nearby. Petgrave's left skate elevated as he began to fall and the blade hit Johnson in the neck. The native of Hibbing, Minnesota, was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. The death of the 29-year-old former Pittsburgh Penguins player sparked debate across the sport about improving safety for players. Petgrave, a 33-year-old Canadian, had support from some of Johnson's teammates. Victor Björkung had told a Swedish newspaper there 'isn't a chance that it's deliberate.' Björkung had played the pass to Johnson and said he was traumatized by what he saw. Johnson — one of the 'import' players in the Elite Ice Hockey League — was in his first season at Nottingham after stints in Germany and a handful of games for the Penguins in the 2018-19 and 2019-20 seasons. Johnson was living with fiancée Ryan Wolfe and studying at Loughborough Business School. The English Ice Hockey Association, which governs the sport below the Elite League, reacted to Johnson's death by requiring all players in England to wear neck guards from the start of 2024. Originally Published: April 29, 2025 at 12:38 PM CDT
