Coroner identifies mother of 7, finance exec who died in 'tragic accident' after being hit by train in Grayslake

Published
June 14, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Grayslake, Illinois
Lake Street and Hillside Avenue
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Incident type
Bicycle, Crash

Summary

Bicycle Crash Grayslake Illinois in Grayslake, Illinois: Virginia Girmscheid, a 60‐year‐old finance executive and mother of seven, was struck by a freight train while riding her bicycle in downtown Grayslake. The collision occurred at the intersection of Lake Street and Hillside Avenue near Grayslake Central High School around 8:12 p.m. Tuesday. She died on scene from blunt force injuries consistent with being hit by a train. Police, fire, and coroner crews responded to the site and confirmed her death.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Virginia Girmscheid Cyclist Fatal

Original reporting

Coroner identifies mother of 7, finance exec who died in 'tragic accident' after being hit by train in Grayslake

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