Investigation into Ice Hockey Player's Death Prompts Mandatory Safety Measures

Police are investigating the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson, who suffered a fatal neck injury during a match between the Nottingham Panthers and Sheffield Steelers. Johnson's fiancée paid tribute to him, while the English Ice Hockey Association has issued safety advice regarding the use of neck guards. The association has recommended that all players use an approved neck guard until 2024 when it will become mandatory. Tributes have poured in from around the world, and the Elite Ice Hockey League has postponed fixtures for the Panthers and Steelers.