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No Charges Filed in Adam Johnson's On-Ice Death

The Crown Prosecution Service concludes there is no realistic prospect of conviction after a thorough investigation into the October 2023 incident.

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Der verstorbene Adam Johnson (r.) spielte unter anderem für die Augsburger Panther.
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Overview

  • Adam Johnson, a former professional ice hockey player, died in October 2023 after being struck in the neck by an opposing player's skate during a Challenge Cup game in Sheffield, England.
  • The player involved was arrested in November 2023 on suspicion of manslaughter and released on bail seven times during the investigation.
  • The Crown Prosecution Service announced on April 29, 2025, that no criminal charges would be brought, citing insufficient evidence for a realistic prospect of conviction.
  • The incident prompted the English Ice Hockey Association to mandate neck guards starting in 2024, with the Elite Ice Hockey League strongly recommending their use.
  • Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor Michael Quinn described the event as 'shocking and deeply distressing,' extending condolences to Johnson's family and friends.