Jack Rowland and Brayden Sadler, Both 18, Recent Otsego High School Graduates, Tragically Killed in Head-On Off-Road Vehicle Collision Near Grand Rapids, Ohio
Jack Rowland and Brayden Sadler, Both 18, Recent Otsego High School Graduates, Tragically Killed in Head-On Off-Road Vehicle Collision Near Grand Rapids, Ohio
GRAND RAPIDS, OHIO — The Otsego Local Schools community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of two of its own. Jack Rowland and Brayden Sadler, both 18 and recent graduates of Otsego High School’s Class of 2025, were tragically killed in a head-on off-road vehicle crash just hours after celebrating their graduation.
The fatal collision occurred shortly after midnight on Saturday, May 24, along a stretch of Henry-Lucas County Road near South River Road in Providence Township. According to a report from the Ohio State Highway Patrol, both teens were operating off-road vehicles in opposite directions when they collided head-on. The vehicles involved were not street-legal, and tragically, neither Jack nor Brayden was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. Authorities also suspect that excessive speed may have been a contributing factor.
Jack Rowland and Brayden Sadler were both recognized for their academic achievements during their time at Otsego High School. Jack was listed on the 9th-grade honor roll with a 4.0 GPA, while Brayden was listed on the 9th-grade honor roll with a GPA between 3.5 and 3.99. Their dedication to their studies and active participation in school activities left a lasting impression on their peers and teachers alike.(Smore)
The news of their untimely passing has sent shockwaves through the Otsego community. Friends, family, and community members have expressed their grief and support through various means, including social media tributes and memorial gatherings. The school district has also made counseling services available to students and staff affected by this tragedy.(iosconews.com)
As the investigation into the crash continues, the community holds onto the memories of Jack and Brayden, remembering them as bright, compassionate, and full of potential. Their loss is deeply felt, and their legacy will endure in the hearts of those who knew and loved them.
Note: This article is based on available information and aims to honor the lives of Jack Rowland and Brayden Sadler. Further details will be provided as they become available.
