No criminal charges will be brought against Matt Petgrave, the Canadian hockey player involved in a tragic on-ice accident that led to the death of fellow player Adam Johnson.
The Crown Prosecution Service confirmed Petgrave would not face charges on Tuesday, April 29, with Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor Michael Quinn saying, “there is not a realistic prospect of conviction for any criminal offense.”
“This was a shocking and deeply upsetting incident,” Quinn said. “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… Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Adam Johnson.