North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles License and Theft Bureau, North Carolina
End of Watch Thursday, May 21, 2015
Add to My HeroesRobert James Bowling
Inspector Robbie Bowling was killed in a vehicle crash on Old Hillsborough Road, near Longleaf Pine Place in Mebane, at approximately 11:30 am.
His department vehicle collided head-on with a cement mixer after crossing the center line. The vehicle became engulfed in flames and he succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Inspector Bowling had served with the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles License and Theft Bureau for 24 years and was assigned to District 4. He is survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 24 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
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