Flames prospect facing rape charge in native Finland

Flames prospect faces rape charges for alleged assault occurring when he was a minor.

Topi Ronni, a 19-year-old prospect for the Calgary Flames, is facing a rape charge in his native Finland for an alleged assault that occurred two years ago, when he was a minor.
Ronni has informed his Finnish Elite League team, Tappara Tampere, that he is under investigation and has chosen to step away from team activities.
Details of the alleged incident remain unknown, as the case documents have been sealed and a court hearing date has not been set.
The Flames organization became aware of the potential legal issue involving Ronni after selecting him in the second round of the 2022 NHL Draft and have expressed their intent to let the legal process follow its due course.
Ronni, who represented Finland at the 2023 IIHF World Junior championship, isn't under contract with the Flames but the team holds his rights as a European prospect until 2026.