Man released without charge 18 months after arrest over death of ice hockey star Adam Johnson

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A man has finally been released from police bail 18 months on from the incident which saw ice hockey star Adam Johnson killed on the ice. Johnson, 29, was playing for Nottingham Panthers when the horrifying incident took place at Sheffield Arena.

The skate of Sheffield Steelers star Matthew Petgrave collided with his neck, in an incident the Panthers described at the time as a "freak accident". CPR was administered on the ice but Johnson sadly died from his injuries.
South Yorkshire Police later arrested a man on suspicion of manslaughter, but after an arduous process, have now released him without charge.
A statement from the force read: "A man who was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson in Sheffield has been released from police bail with no further action, following a decision by the Crown Prosecution Service not to bring charges.
"Adam, 29, was fatally injured during a game between the Sheffield Steelers and Nottingham Panthers at the Utilita Arena on 28 October 2023.

"A post-mortem examination confirmed he died as a result of a neck injury. A criminal investigation was launched following the incident to ascertain the circumstances which led to Adam's death.
"Following initial enquiries, in November 2023, a man was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter.
"Extensive enquiries, including reviewing footage, interviewing witnesses and consulting with highly-specialised experts from North America, were carried out.

"In May 2024, a file was submitted to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) for review and for a charging decision to be made. Since then, we have worked closely with the CPS and provided them with supplementary information to address follow-up enquiries.

"Following the CPS review, they have declined to authorise charges."
Detective Chief Inspector Benjamin Wood, Senior Investigating Officer, added: "Adam Johnson's death has left a lasting impact that was felt through many communities, from Sheffield residents to ice hockey fans across the globe.

"Following Adam's tragic death, we have worked tirelessly to fully investigate the unprecedented circumstances that took place at the Utilia Arena in October 2023.

"Our investigation has involved complex consultations with specialist experts from North America, as well as working closely with the Crown Prosecution Service.

“While our investigation has now concluded, our thoughts remain wholeheartedly with Adam's family, and everyone who has been affected by this devastating tragedy."

Despite never being officially named by police as the individual arrested, Petgrave broke his silence to crowdfund for his legal costs in December last year.