More than two weeks after the on-ice death of a professional hockey player, he was arrested for involuntary manslaughter.
On October 28, Adam Johnson, 29, of the Nottingham Panthers was fatally slashed in the throat, reportedly by the skate of opposing player Matt Petgrave of the Sheffield Steelers. On Tuesday, although South Yorkshire Police did not release the name of the arrested person, a statement was released detailing that an arrest had been made and the suspect remained in custody.
According to police, “Detectives arrested a man today on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter. He remains in police custody at this time.”
“On Saturday 28 October, 29-year-old Adam was seriously injured during a match between Nottingham Panthers and Sheffield Steelers and was later pronounced dead in hospital,” authorities added. detailed. “An autopsy confirmed that he died as a result of a fatal neck injury.”
A clip of the incident which had taken place on live television showed Petgrave’s unusual move which critics described as an attempt to kick Johnson and not a simple accident.
BREAKING: British police have arrested Matt Petgrave and charged him with manslaughter
He killed NHL player Adam Johnson on live TV with his skate. He got a standing ovation at a game last night.
— End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) November 14, 2023
As part of the authorities’ statement, Detective Chief Superintendent Becs Horsfall said: “Our investigation began immediately after this tragedy and since then we have carried out extensive inquiries to piece together the events that they led to the loss of Adam in these unprecedented circumstances.”
“We have been speaking to highly specialized experts in their field to assist us in our inquiries and continue to work closely with Sheffield City Council’s health and safety department, who are supporting our ongoing investigation.” it continued.
The chief further added: “Adam’s death has sent shockwaves through many communities, from our local residents here in Sheffield to ice hockey fans around the world. We know these communities will expect us to handle this investigation with the same professionalism, fairness and sensitivity as any other and we ask that members of the public refrain from comments and speculation that could hinder this process.”
Although Petgrave had been taken from the game and described as “absolutely distraught”, his image had been displayed at a game on Sunday where many of the 8,000 fans in attendance appeared to rally behind his team.
Thousands of hockey fans showered Matt Petgrave with love and support.
He received a standing ovation.
Petgrave recently killed Adam Johnson by slitting his throat on live television.pic.twitter.com/jYvOCqkkWM
— End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) November 13, 2023
A memorial tribute had been offered to Johnson as he was honored with a moment of silence, a video montage and cheers from the arena.
For you, #AJ47 pic.twitter.com/7s35MJQ0tT
— Sheffield Steelers (@steelershockey) November 12, 2023
Likewise, the Panthers, who had referred to the incident as a “freak accident” in their own statement, had found several ways to honor their player, including a commemorative jersey, a fundraiser and a temporary delivery to ice in memory.
Social media responded to the news of the arrest:
Manslaughter is too light a charge because the intent was there
But it’s better than NOTHING he thought he was going to be accused of
— The Judgmental Dog (@the_addressor) November 14, 2023
A standing ovation? This is so heartbreaking for the family and team who lost their loved one and teammate to such harsh brutality. Shame they are on their side. I’m glad they got justice. Continue if you agree
— Right Angle News Network (@Rightanglenews) November 14, 2023
It was about time.
Don’t accidentally do a flying double kick on ice skates.
— CPanther95 (@CPanther95) November 14, 2023
For real? I watched the replay. No professional hockey player suffers like this. It was intentional.
— ✨ David Shier (@davco61383) November 13, 2023
Clowns celebrating a killer. Very 2023.
— DrewJATL (@DrewJATLNYC) November 14, 2023
The league has since determined that it will “strongly encourage” players to wear neck guards, as the coroner had stated in part: “I am concerned enough that deaths may occur in the future if neck guards or neck guards are not worn. neck”.
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