Teen swimmer dies after Jeep flips on Riffle Ford Road

Ethan Ramos, 17, died after the 2014 Jeep Wrangler he was driving left the road and flipped near Seneca Creek Trail in Montgomery County. Montgomery County Police said the crash occurred around 3:19 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11, on Riffle Ford Road.

Police stated that Ramos lost control of the vehicle while driving north. The Jeep struck multiple trees before overturning. The impact ejected Ramos from the vehicle. He was transported to a local hospital, where doctors later pronounced him dead.

Ramos attended Northwest High School in Germantown, where he was an 11th grader. School officials described him as a kind and respectful student who built strong connections with peers and staff. The school noted that he previously attended Kingsview Middle School and Great Seneca Creek Elementary School.

The Manchester Farm Swim Team, where Ramos had served as a lifeguard for the past 10 years, shared a tribute to his memory. The organization wrote that there are no words to make sense of the loss and asked the community to support one another during the grieving process.

The school’s swim and dive program also posted a message on social media. The post stated that the team’s hearts were heavy as they mourned the loss of a member who was deeply loved by the family.

Police have not yet released a final report on the cause of the crash. The investigation remains active.