The managing director of Oxford City football club has been found dead at the non-league team’s ground. A member of the public called the police at 9.20am on Sunday after discovering a man’s body.
A statement on the Conference South club’s website said: “It is with the deepest sadness that the directors of the club have to announce the sudden passing of managing director Colin Taylor. Our thoughts and prayers are with Colin’s family and friends at this time.”
Taylor, 62, had been a director at the club for 15 years, having been appointed in 2001, according to a company records website.
A Thames Valley police spokeswoman said: “At this stage there appear to be no suspicious circumstances and a file is being prepared for the coroner. The next of kin has been informed and the family have asked for privacy at this difficult time.”
Fans paid tribute to Taylor on social media. Wayne Holden tweeted:
@OxCityFC I just can't believe it. One of the true gents. City through & through. Condolences to all his family. RIP Colin.
— Wayne Holden (@WayneHolden8) July 17, 2016
Rob Tutton wrote:
@OxCityFC Unbelievable & shocking news,saw him yesterday at the First team game,a fine gentleman & gave so much to the club RIP Col
— Rob Tutton (@RobTutton5) July 17, 2016
