Update in police probe over death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson after throat slashed during game

POLICE have today issued an update into their probe over the death of tragic ice hockey star Adam Johnson.

The Nottingham Panthers star, 29, was killed when he collided with rival Matt Petgrave in a freak accident in Sheffield in October.

A 29-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter the following month.

South Yorkshire Police confirmed the suspect has been re-bailed until May 14.

A force spokeswoman said: "A man who is under investigation following the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson in Sheffield has been re-bailed.

"Adam, aged 29, was fatally injured during a game between the Sheffield Steelers and Nottingham Panthers on 28 October last year. He was sadly later pronounced dead in hospital, and a post mortem confirmed he died as a result of a neck injury.

"A man was arrested on 14 November last year on suspicion of manslaughter and later bailed. He has been further re-bailed until Tuesday 14 May 2024.

"Our thoughts remain with Adam’s loved ones as our investigation continues."

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 fiancée Ryan Wolfe identified his body after he died in hospital later that day.

The full inquest was adjourned until January 26, 2024, while the investigation into his death continues.

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."