Former Elite Hockey Player Convicted of Assaulting Friend
A Swedish appellate court upholds the conviction of a former hockey star for assaulting a friend.
- • Player delivered approximately 15 punches to a friend.
- • Victim suffered visible injuries including a mild concussion.
- • Court ruling includes community service and compensation payment.
- • Player denies wrongdoing, claims the victim initiated the fight.
Key details
A former elite hockey player has been convicted of assault stemming from an incident on New Year's Eve 2023, wherein he reportedly struck a close friend about 15 times. The court acknowledged visible injuries to the victim, including a mild concussion, although medical attention was not sought. The player, who maintains his innocence, claims the altercation was instigated by the victim.
The Swedish appellate court upheld a previous ruling, allowing the player to avoid jail time. Originally sentenced to two months in prison, the district court re-evaluated the case, yielding a sentence of 75 hours of community service and a payment of 15,000 kronor to the victim due to his clean prior record and stable circumstances.