After the tragic incident where Adam Johnson suffered a fatal neck injury from a skate blade, many are questioning the fate of the player responsible, Matt Petgrave.
Investigation Underway Regarding Johnson's Tragic Accident
Authorities have confirmed that an investigation into Johnson's untimely death has started.
A statement from the South Yorkshire Police Department reads:
"We were called to reports that a player had been seriously injured during a Sheffield Steelers versus Nottingham Panthers game at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield.
"Officers attended the scene alongside other emergency services and one man, aged in his 20s, was taken to hospital with serious injuries. Sadly, he was later pronounced deceased at hospital.
"Our officers remain at the scene carrying out enquiries today (October 29) and our investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident remain ongoing."
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Updates and details will follow.
As seen on Hockey OTB - BREAKING: Police Open Investigation Into Tragic Johnson Incident
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He'll be fined
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He'll go to jail
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He won't be punished
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