Matt Petgrave, an ice hockey player who identifies as the individual arrested following the death of Nottingham Panthers star Adam Johnson, has had his bail extended until February 28, 2025. Johnson died on October 28, 2023, after being struck in the neck by an opponent's skate during a match against Sheffield Steelers. Petgrave, facing a manslaughter charge, has raised over £13,000 through a crowdfunding campaign for legal costs.
An ice hockey player who identified himself as the man arrested following the death of Nottingham Panthers star Adam Johnson has had his bail extended once again. Matt Petgrave was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter in November 2023 after Johnson, 29, died on October 28, 2023 after being hit in the neck by an opponent's skate during a match against Sheffield Steelers.
Mr Johnson, 29, died after being hit in the neck by an opponent's skate during an Elite Ice Hockey League Challenge Cup game between Sheffield Steelers and Nottingham Panthers on October 28, 2023. Mr Petgrave, from Canada, was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter in November 2023 and has been re-bailed many times since then.
"The investigation remains ongoing as officers work to understand the circumstances surrounding Adam’s tragic death." The spokesperson added: "Our thoughts remain with Adam’s family at this time." "Initially, I had the benefit of insurance cover, but through no fault of my own, this has been halted. Additionally, the time and costs involved in the legal investigation and potential court proceedings are difficult for me to cover on a privately funded basis. This is especially challenging because my UK Visa has expired, preventing me from working as a professional ice hockey player while I continue to need legal assistance.
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