Junior hockey player in Canada was arrested on ice during a game

This could add an exciting element to hockey viewing.

CBC News reported that Olivier Marcotte, a 21-year-old junior hockey player, was arrested after allegedly spitting in a referee’s face during a game on Sunday in Nicolet, Quebec, in Canada.

The following video reportedly shows Quebec Provincial police officers handcuffing Marcotte while he was still on the ice during a game.

The CBC said Marcotte was released from police custody later on Sunday.

From the CBC: “SQ Sgt. Annie Thibodeau said no complaint has been laid against the player and there will be no further action from the police unless one is filed.”

Hat tip to Bar Down.

This story was originally published February 23, 2016 at 3:13 PM.