Police Officer Matthew Bowen

Police Officer Matthew Bowen | Vacaville Police Department, California Police Officer Matthew Bowen | Vacaville Police Department, California
Vacaville Police Department, California
Police Officer Matthew Bowen | Vacaville Police Department, California
Police Officer Matthew Bowen | Vacaville Police Department, California
Police Officer Matthew Bowen

Vacaville Police Department, California

End of Watch Thursday, July 11, 2024

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Matthew Bowen

Police Officer Matthew Bowen died from injuries received from being struck by a vehicle while initiating a traffic stop.

He initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of Leisure Town Road and Orange Drive at about 11:00 am. While stopped along northbound Leisure Town Road, both Officer Bowen and the stopped driver were struck from behind by a driver believed to be under the influence of drugs. Officer Bowen was thrown from his motorcycle by the force of the collision.

Officer Bowen was transported to Kaiser Vacaville Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries at approximately 3:00 PM.

The driver of the vehicle that caused the crash attempted to flee the scene immediately after hitting Officer Bowen but was stopped by community members and detained until additional police arrived. She was arrested at the scene.

Officer Bowen had served with the Vacaville Police Department for just over one year and had previously served with the Concord Police Department for 3-1/2 years. He is survived by his wife, two children, his parents, and one brother.

Bio

  • Age 32
  • Tour 1 year
  • Badge 854

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Apprehended

hit-and-run, traffic stop, motorcycle crash

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As a police officer myself as well as a resident of the city of Vacaville, the loss of Officer Bowen cuts deep. I had the honor of attending Matthew’s service and participating in the procession through our city. It was surreal to drive those roads I drive most days and see the city from such a different perspective. The support that was shown by the community and a host of other agencies was a sight to be seen.

I pray for the healing of Matthew’s family and for the healing of his brothers and sisters in the Vacaville and Concord Police Departments. I pray for the repentance of the woman who stole Matthew away, that she may face Your judgement. I pray for the continued support of the community for our law enforcement profession. I ask these things, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

Deputy Chief Nathan Strand
Military Ocean Terminal Concord Police Department

August 5, 2024

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