Bowles, Aaron

Pat's Story: Red Flags and Oversight

This debrief-style presentation for law enforcement, first responders, and first responder administrators highlights the dangers of first responder burnout, PTSD, substance abuse, and life stressors, which, when gone unchecked, can result in a loss of life that can shake an agency to its core. Pat's Story offers a deeply personal anecdote about the challenges faced by a staggering number of men and women in our respective fields.

Aaron Bowles - Bio

Det. Aaron Bowles currently serves as a detective for the Greenville Police Department, investigating Crimes Against Children and Internet Crimes Against Children. He has served as a law enforcement officer in both South Carolina and North Dakota since 2011. He holds a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Columbia College, is a proud Navy veteran, and has served in various law enforcement roles throughout his career.