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No Criminal Charges in Adam Johnson’s 2023 On-Ice Death

The Crown Prosecution Service concluded there is no realistic prospect of conviction in the manslaughter investigation of Matt Petgrave.

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Adam Johnson died after sustaining a cut to the neck in a collision with another player during the second period of the Nottingham Panthers’ game against the Sheffield Steelers in England on October 28, 2023.
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Johnson's death led to an outpouring of tributes.

Overview

  • Adam Johnson, a Nottingham Panthers player, died in October 2023 after his neck was fatally cut by Matt Petgrave's skate during a game in Sheffield.
  • Following a 17-month police investigation and CPS review, no criminal charges will be brought against Petgrave due to insufficient evidence for conviction.
  • The incident prompted significant safety reforms, including mandatory neck guards in English hockey leagues and international competitions starting in 2024.
  • Johnson’s death was described by officials and teammates as a tragic accident, with no evidence of intent or foul play by Petgrave.
  • Tributes to Johnson included memorials, the retirement of his jersey number, and widespread calls for improved player safety in hockey.