The Arizona Department of Public Safety is mourning the loss of Trooper Kelly Sullivan, who was killed in an off-duty motorcycle collision in Peoria on Sunday.
Trooper Sullivan served the people of Arizona for 25 years with AZDPS and more than three decades in public service.
Congressman Hamadeh mourns the loss of Trooper Kelly Sullivan.
His dedication, honor, and sacrifice will not be forgotten.
The Congressman extends his deepest condolences to Trooper Sullivan’s family, friends, and fellow officers. https://t.co/FWLOF1wNcL
— Office of Congressman Abe Hamadeh (@RepAbeHamadeh) April 29, 2026
In a Facebook post, the Arizona Department of Public Safety stated, “As a highly respected trooper, motor officer, mentor, and leader, he shaped the careers of countless troopers and was recognized across the Department for his integrity and unmatched work ethic. Colleagues knew him as a steady presence, a trusted teammate, and a cop’s cop.”
At the time of his passing, Trooper Sullivan was assigned to the Metro West District (District 14).
Trooper Sullivan is survived by his wife, Twila, and two sons, Brody and Cooper.
RIP Trooper Sullivan.
No matter how many years we’ve been riding, no matter how much experience we have, no matter how much training we’ve taken, and no matter how many times we’ve, ‘been lucky’, each ride is a unique challenge that we should not take lightly or for granted, even just ‘running to the store’.
Deepest condolences to his family, friends, and co-workers.