10-06-2025
Bowie police officer being called a hero for saving a teenager from drowning
BOWIE, Md. (DC News Now) — A veteran Bowie Police officer is being recognized for his quick actions after saving a teenager from drowning. Many are calling Sergeant Matt Titman a hero for rescuing the 14-year-old victim and his dog from the pond.
Titman said he knew he had to spring into action when he saw the victim struggling in the water.
'I pulled off my vest and took my belts off and sprinted down to the pond, then took my boots off. I pretty much went full sprint to the edge of the pond and swam at a full sprint and pulled the young man and his dog in and I was exhausted,' Titman said.
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The incident happened in May 2024 at a pond located behind the police department. Titman says the teen swam out into the pond to rescue his dog, but he wasn't able to swim back because he was in distress. At that point, Titman and several other officers jumped into the water.
'I am so glad the young boy and his dog are okay. His father was so thankful and expressed his thanks to me and shook my hand. I am so glad I am a Bowie officer, and I care about this community and its citizens, and I want it to be a great place to live,' Titman said.
Titman said he is not a hero, but just did his job serving his community. He was given an award for his actions by the city.
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