Former Aston Villa defender Samuel killed in a car crash
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The football fraternity has been left stunned after former Aston Villa and Bolton defender Jlloyd Samuel was killed in a car crash on Tuesday. The Trinidad and Tobago international was 37 years old when he breathed his last. Tributes are now pouring in from all corners as football mourns the demise of one of its own.
Horrific tragedy
Jlloyd Samuel's car burst into flames
Jlloyd Samuel was killed after his Range Rover collided with a truck in High Legh, north-west of England. The 37 year old died on the spot while the truck driver sustained severe injuries. Jlloyd Samuel was reportedly returning home after dropping his kids to school when the tragedy took place. His Range Rover burst into flames after the accident.
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Jlloyd Samuel was killed on the spot
"At around 7.55 AM police were called following reports of a collision involving a van and a Range Rover. Sadly the driver of the car, Jlloyd Samuel, 37, from Lymm, died at the scene" Cheshire Police said in a statement.
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Aston Villa mourns demise of one of its own
We are deeply saddened to hear of the death of our former player Jlloyd Samuel at the age of just 37 in a car accident
— Aston Villa FC (@AVFCOfficial) May 15, 2018
Our players will wear black armbands as a mark of respect tonight and our thoughts are with his friends and family at this very difficult time
#AVFC pic.twitter.com/mlTeIEJm3y
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Bolton pay tribute to their former player
Everybody associated with Bolton Wanderers Football Club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former defender, Jlloyd Samuel.
— Bolton Wanderers FC (@OfficialBWFC) May 15, 2018
Rest in peace, Jlloyd. Our deepest condolences are with his family and friends at this difficult time.#BWFC 🐘🏰 pic.twitter.com/ghyeJpCuYd
Career cut short
Samuel had stints with Aston Villa and Bolton
Samuel is well remembered for his decade-long sting at Villa Park. The versatile player was often deployed in defense or midfield. He parted ways with Aston Villa in 2007 and joined Bolton. He also had short loan spells at Gillingham and Cardiff and ended his playing career in Iran. He was player-manager of Egerton for the 2017-18 season.