# Grapevine Police Look for More Victims in Youth Leader Case

> A former church youth leader and football coach faces a child sex abuse charge, and detectives think there may be more to find.
- Title: Grapevine Police Look for More Victims in Youth Leader Case
- Summary: A former church youth leader and football coach faces a child sex abuse charge, and detectives think there may be more to find. If your child spent time…
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- Source: Dallas Express — https://dallasexpress.com/crime/grapevine-police-seek-potential-victims-after-former-youth-leader-arrested
- Author: Dallas Express
- Published: 2026-09-15T19:00:38+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: crime, grapevine, child safety, police, tarrant county, news, politics
## An arrest, then a search
Grapevine police arrested Carlos Ernesto Ramos, 39, on August 26 on a charge of sexual abuse of a child. They announced it Tuesday and said detectives are looking for other possible victims.
## One known allegation so far
Police say the only allegation they know of happened in 2023. Ramos is held in the Tarrant County Jail on a $500,000 bond while the investigation continues.
## Charged, not convicted
The charge is an allegation. Ramos is presumed innocent unless a court proves otherwise, and police are withholding details because of the case's sensitivity and the alleged victim's age.
## Years around kids
Ramos volunteered as a youth leader at a Grapevine church from 2020 through 2023. He also worked as an assistant coach in a youth football league from 2022 through 2024.
## Who should actually call
Police were clear that knowing Ramos or being in a group he led is not itself a reason to report. They want to hear from parents whose child has disclosed something or who have specific information.
## How to reach detectives
Contact Detective Velez in the Grapevine Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division at 817-410-3268. The case number is 2600035184.

> We recognize that coming forward in circumstances involving a child can be difficult
## Key takeaway

If your child spent time around Carlos Ramos and has said something concerning, call Detective Velez at 817-410-3268 with case number 2600035184.