Police investigating death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson
South Yorkshire Police says officers remain at the scene after the Panthers player was fatally injured in Sheffield
Police have confirmed they're investigating the death of Nottingham Panthers player Adam Johnson.
The 29-year-old ice hockey player was seriously injured during the game with Sheffield Steelers on Saturday evening.
South Yorkshire Police have now issued a statement following the incident:
"We were called at 8.25pm on Saturday 28 October 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 and our investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident remain ongoing.
"We would encourage the public to avoid speculation regarding the incident while we continue our enquiries."
Meanwhile tributes continue to pile up outside the home of the Panthers, Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena.
The Panthers cancelled their match with Manchester yesterday and have confirmed all other Elite League games are also postponed.
Tomorrow's home game vs Glasgow Clan has also been postponed.