Virginia Girmscheid Killed in Grayslake Train Accident

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Grayslake, Illinois
Lake Street and Hillside Avenue
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Incident type
Crash, Bicycle

Summary

Bicycle Crash Grayslake Illinois in Grayslake, Illinois: Virginia Girmscheid, a 60‐year‐old bicyclist, was killed when she was struck by a CN freight train near Lake Street and Hillside Avenue in Grayslake. The collision occurred on Tuesday evening, June 16, 2026, and the victim died from severe injuries despite emergency response.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Virginia Girmscheid Cyclist Fatal

Original reporting

Virginia Girmscheid Killed in Grayslake Train Accident

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