Incident Overview
A tragic incident occurred in Vacaville, California, where a motorcycle officer was killed in a crash while making a traffic stop. The accident happened around 10:30 AM at the intersection of Leisure Town Road and Orange Drive, near I-80.
Victim Identified
The officer has been identified as Matthew Bowen. He had been with the Vacaville Police Department for a year.
Eyewitness Account
Trevor Ragland Rosser, an eyewitness, described the crash happening quickly. Initially, he did not realize the motorcyclist was a police officer until he saw the helmet and badge. Rosser called 911 immediately after the collision and noticed a woman walking away from the scene, who was later detained by bystanders.
Scene Description
LiveCopter3 captured the scene from the air, showing the motorcycle cut in half and debris scattered across the intersection. The police emblem on the motorcycle remained intact. The California Highway Patrol, Vacaville Police Department, and Vacaville Fire Department were present at the scene, gathering evidence and talking to witnesses.
Ongoing Investigation
The intersection remains closed as investigators continue to collect evidence and piece together the events leading to the crash. The investigation is still ongoing, with law enforcement officers maintaining a presence at the scene.
Community Impact
The death of Officer Bowen has left the Vacaville Police Department and the community in mourning. There has been a significant but somber law enforcement presence at the scene. The atmosphere is described as quiet and somber as investigators work to gather all necessary information.
Conclusion
The investigation into the crash that killed Officer Matthew Bowen is still in progress. The community and fellow officers mourn the loss, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
