With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, the Arizona State University Police Department extends its deepest sympathy to the family of Officer Joseph Montgomery, who passed away following an off-duty motorcycle accident on State Route 101 near the University Drive off-ramp, milepost 52, in Tempe this morning, Jan. 14. ASU Police Chief Michael Thompson referred to Montgomery as “a very valuable member of our department who we loved and respected highly.”

Thompson said Montgomery’s hard work and dedication to the ASU community were exemplary. Montgomery was 54 years old and a 13-year veteran of the ASU Police Department. He is survived by his wife and four children.