By Canadian Press

Police: Investigation into hockey player Adam Johnson’s death may ‘take some time’

Oct 31, 2023 | 11:43 AM

SHEFFIELD, United Kingdom — South Yorkshire Police say the investigation into the death of hockey player Adam Johnson remains ongoing and will likely “take some time.”

Police said in a statement Wednesday that officers have finished their work at Utilita Arena in Sheffield and have moved on to a wider investigation.

Johnson, 29, was playing for the Nottingham Panthers at the Sheffield Steelers on Saturday when his neck was cut by a skate blade.

He died at a hospital.

The native of Grand Rapids, Minn., appeared in a total of 13 NHL games with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2019 and 2020.

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South Yorkshire Police encouraged the public to avoid speculation, including on social media, while the investigation continues.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 31, 2023.

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