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Suspect arrested over ex-NHLer Adam Johnson’s in-game death

Johnson's passing after an on-ice collision sparked some calls for an investigation, and a suspect has now been arrested.

Sep 22, 2017; Columbus, OH, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Scott Harrington (4) skates against Pittsburgh Penguins center Adam Johnson (47) in the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

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Tributes pour in for ex-NHL player Adam Johnson after death following on-ice ‘freak accident’

Former NHL player suffers brutal injury in game

Johnson played parts of two seasons with the Pittsburgh Penguins.