Inquest into the death of ice hockey player who died in Sheffield suspended
Adam Johnson died after his neck was cut in Sheffield last October
Last updated 26th Jan 2024
An inquest into the death of ice hockey player - Adam Johnson - whose neck was cut during a match in Sheffield - has been suspended as police inquires continue.
The 29-year-old Nottingham Panthers player died after he was hit in the neck by a skate during a match against Sheffield Steelers last October.
A man was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter in November & has since been released on bail.
Following a review of the case today - the coroner confirmed the inquest has now been suspended until July - while South Yorkshire Police continue their investigations.
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