Sen. Dodd Releases Statement on Death of Vacaville Police Officer

VACAVILLE – Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, released the following statement today regarding the death of Vacaville Police Officer Matthew Bowen, who was killed today while conducting a traffic stop on his police motorcycle.

“I am terribly saddened to learn of the death of Officer Bowen, who devoted his life to keeping our community safe,” Sen. Dodd said. “I join all North Bay residents in mourning his loss and extend my heartfelt condolences to Officer Bowen’s family and his law enforcement colleagues.”

Officer Bowen started with the Vacaville Police Department in June 2023 and had previously served as a police officer in the city of Concord. He is survived by his wife, two sons, his parents and brother.

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Senator Bill Dodd represents the 3rd Senate District, which includes all or portions of Napa, Yolo, Sonoma, Solano, Sacramento and Contra Costa counties. More information on Senator Bill Dodd can be found at www.senate.ca.gov/dodd.