Ice hockey player Adam Johnson dies in 'freak accident' after neck slashed by skate in Sheffield

Nottingham Panthers player Adam Johnson died in a 'freak accident' during a derby match.

Nottingham Panthers confirm he died during the team's derby clash against Sheffield Steelers .

The game was abandoned after Johnson was slashed in the neck during the game.

The Nottingham Panthers say they will dearly miss him and will never forget him.