A man involved in the "shocking and deeply upsetting incident" that killed former NHL player Adam Johnson will not face charges, according to NBC News. Johnson died in 2023 after his neck was sliced during a collision with another hockey player during a game in England.
The man — who was not identified by police — was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the incident. After an investigation, however, the man will not face charges, per Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), a legal agency in England.
“The CPS and South Yorkshire Police have worked closely together to determine whether any criminal charges should be brought against the other ice hockey player involved,” Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor Michael Quinn said.