A player who faced a significant suspension for hitting a referee during a hockey game in Sweden is now dealing with potential legal consequences. Reports indicate that the incident has been reported to the police, initiating a preliminary investigation into Casper Gillberg's actions.
The hit occurred on November 19th, and while Gillberg initially claimed it was accidental, the video suggests otherwise. Despite his apology the next day, Gillberg was handed a lengthy suspension, preventing him from playing hockey until December 31st, 2024 – a sanction extending over a year. The injured referee, who suffered a broken arm, reportedly filed a report with the police, as revealed by Expressen.se.
Gillberg, a 22-year-old defenseman, was playing for Vita Hasten at the time, a team in HockeyTrean, the fifth tier of the Swedish ice hockey system.
