Millwall FC owner John Berylson, 70, killed in car crash in Massachusetts

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John Berylson, the owner and chairman of the English football club Millwall F.C., died in a car crash in Massachusetts early Tuesday morning after losing control of his vehicle, police said. He was 70. 

The South London team confirmed Berylson’s passing in a statement, calling his death "sudden and tragic."  

Millwall F.C. chairman and owner John Berylson stands on the pitch. (Adam Davy/PA Images via Getty Images)

"It is with a collective broken heart and the deepest of regret that we announce the passing of our beloved owner and chairman, John Berylson," a statement posted to the team’s website read. 

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"John’s sudden and tragic passing will unquestionably impact all those who were fortunate to have known him. He was a truly great man, incredibly devoted to his family, and a person of such remarkable generosity, warmth and kindness. He lived a storied life, one full of color and joy, and was infinitely thoughtful of others with an endless desire to share his immense knowledge and experiences to help people."

Millwall Chairman John Berylson (right) hugs Neil Harris as he collects his winner's medal. (Nick Potts/PA Images via Getty Images)

According to the Falmouth Police Department, officers and first responders reported to the scene of the crash just before 8 a.m. Tuesday.  

Once there, officers found a "single vehicle overturned resting against a tree." 

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Berylson was discovered trapped inside the vehicle and was eventually "extricated by mechanical means," but was pronounced