The proprietor and chairman of Millwall soccer membership died in a automotive crash, US police have revealed.

John Berylson's Range Rover was discovered overturned and resting in opposition to a tree simply earlier than 8am on Tuesday, officers in Falmouth, Massachusetts, stated.

He was minimize out of the automobile however "succumbed to injuries" and was pronounced lifeless on the scene.

Police stated preliminary investigations urged he misplaced management on a bend on Sippewissett Road, with the automotive leaving the carriageway and rolling over right into a ravine.

No one else was within the automobile.

Mr Berylson's dying was announced by the south London club on Tuesday evening however it gave no particulars past saying he'd died in a "tragic accident".

It stated the 70-year-old American was a "truly great man, incredibly devoted to his family, and a person of such remarkable generosity, warmth, and kindness".

Millwall stated that since he turned concerned with the crew in 2006, he "presided over some of the greatest moments" in its historical past.

The membership's CEO, Steve Kavanagh, additionally paid tribute in a prolonged assertion wherein he stated Mr Berylson was "both extraordinary and exemplary".

"John's endless passion for Millwall was infectious," he stated.

"He was so incredibly dedicated to the club and year after year showed remarkable energy and drive to keep us progressing on and off the pitch."

Mr Berylson was married with three kids.

The membership at present play within the Championship and completed eighth final season, simply lacking out on a play-off place on the ultimate day.

Millwall followers will pay their respects in a guide of condolences at The Den stadium from 11am on Wednesday.