Man arrested over the death of ice hockey star, Adam Johnson, re-bailed

Adam was fatally injured in November 2023

Author: Jaimielee RendallPublished 28th Feb 2025

A man who was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson in Sheffield has been re-bailed for the seventh time.

29-year-old Adam 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 man was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter in November 2023 and bailed by South Yorkshire Police.

The force said on Friday had been re-bailed for the seventh time since then, until May 29.

A man was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter in November 2023 and bailed by South Yorkshire Police.

In a statement, South Yorkshire Police said: "The investigation remains ongoing as officers work to understand the circumstances surrounding Adam's tragic death.

"Our thoughts remain with Adam's family and friends."

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