However, he said he knew nothing about the circumstances surrounding his death and declined to comment on the relationship between father and son.

The investigation into his death remains ongoing and the Pasco Sheriff’s Office, which oversees the town of Hudson, could not provide additional information at this time.

Montgomery was on the witness list for his son’s trial. He did not testify.

An online fundraiser created on behalf of the family described the elder Montgomery as “a great father, friend and son” who would do anything for his family and friends.

Montgomery was living in Hudson, Florida, with his wife, Kali, and their four children at the time of his death. Originally from Revere, Mass., the couple moved to Hudson in 2019 and married in March, according to social media accounts.