Never Forgotten Games

07/11/2026

July 11, 2024 is a day woven into the fabric of the Vacaville Police Department -- the day we lost Officer Matthew Bowen who died while serving the Vacaville community.

Two years have passed, and while time moves forward, the loss is still deeply felt. We remember not only the exceptional officer Matt was, but also the devoted husband and loving father he was to his wife and two sons. Their sacrifice is one our department will never forget.

Today, we ask our community to join us in remembering Matt's life, his service and the legacy he leaves behind. May we continue to honor him by serving with the same compassion, integrity and selflessness that defined his life.

Officer Matthew Bowen, your watch may have ended, but your legacy endures. You will always be our brother, and you will never be forgotten. 💙

06/07/2026

05/28/2026

The photos are in — and they are incredible.

We just added new Facebook albums highlighting the 2026 Never Forgotten Games in beautiful Downtown Redding, and these images truly capture what made the day so special.

The grit.
The emotion.
The community.
The athletes.
The families.
The reason we do this.

Head over to our page to check out the new albums, tag your teammates, share your favorites, and help us continue honoring the fallen first responders who will never be forgotten.

A huge thank you to our amazing photographers and videographers for helping tell the story of this year’s Games so well:

05/28/2026