Wauwatosa Woman Dies After Being Hit By Amtrak Train
Police say Jocelyn Flashinski ran onto the railroad tracks in Racine County on Friday night.
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A 31-year-old Wauwatosa woman was killed Friday after she was struck by an Amtrak Hiawatha train in Racine County.
Jocelyn M. Flashinski was struck by the southbound train near 4 Mile Road and Highway H in Caledonia at about 6:15 p.m., Caledonia police said. Flashinski has ties to the Racine area.
Police said Flashinski ran onto the tracks and that "the incident is not criminal in nature." The train was traveling from Milwaukee to Chicago.
Patch reached out to the Flashinski family, but relatives are too distraught to comment at this time.
Vince Patoka, a passenger on a northbound train from Chicago to Milwaukee that had to stop after the accident, told Patch that the conductor had been making announcements about every 20 minutes to apologize for the inconvenience.
Passengers were told there was an incident on the track ahead of their train that had no impact on passenger safety, Patoka said.
That train was able to pull into the Sturtevant station at approximately 8 p.m., and by 9 p.m. was going to be allowed to continue its journey north into Milwaukee.
Patch will continue to follow this story and update as details become available.
Ashleigh
9:01 pm on Saturday, June 9, 2012
Having a very hard time processing this. :'( Jocelyn will be so missed. Rest in peace, love. <3
Julie Schuele
10:07 am on Sunday, June 10, 2012
I was on this train. Didn't know this lovely soul. But, I feel heart broken for her and those who love her.
unclejeffie
5:04 pm on Sunday, June 10, 2012
I am having such a difficult with this. I knew Jocelyn. She worked many years for my company and with me. She was more a colleague than an employee. She was so dedicated to her work as a Senior Staff and therapist for young Autistic children. Her passion for the children was heart warming and her attitude was always so positive. She had so much to give and she worked so hard to provide the best therapy possible. You are missed by so many and your deeds for others will echo in eternity.
Deanna
11:43 pm on Sunday, June 10, 2012
She was more than a friend to us, she was family. Without her my son would not be where he is today for that I thank her and will forever remember her. Love you Jocelyn.
jesse martinez
11:44 pm on Sunday, June 10, 2012
You will be truly missed Jocelyn, she was a big part in our son's life when he was diagnosed with Autism we had the Honor of knowing Jocelyn for many years you were not only a Therapist for Mario but also a friend to him and a Member of our Family. You will never be forgotten for everything you did for us. Rest In Peace my Friend our prayers are with you and your family
Jose
8:48 am on Monday, June 11, 2012
God bless this poor woman, she certainly had many demons that drove her to this. I wish one of the things that could have prevented her taking her life would have been the trauma and pain she now causes her family and the strangers that witnessed this event.
Jessica
3:15 pm on Monday, June 11, 2012
Wow what an awful statement to make, smh.
Todd
12:55 am on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Jocelyn was my younger sister, if you had known her you would know that she had no demons other than those in the world around her. Random internet comments are ramdom.
jesse martinez
12:59 am on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Please remove this post
jesse martinez
1:00 am on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
For Respect for Jocelyn and her family please remove this post
DAVE COONEY
11:29 am on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Jose- have you no sense of decency or repect? God have mercey on your thoughtless comment, Dave Cooney
PJ
12:47 pm on Monday, June 11, 2012
I think it was unintentional. It was so awfully hot. Perhaps she tried to get across before the train so she wouldn't have to wait in the heat. Maybe she tripped as she ran to get across. I saw a woman that might have been her a bit prior to the accident, walking in that direction. I will always remember the lady I saw. God bless her family and friends.
Jessica Popilek
6:59 pm on Monday, June 11, 2012
This is so hard to read.....Jocelyn was my senior when I was a line staff. She actually trained me to become a senior therapist myself.....I have not talked to her in a few years, but I always looked up to her. She made a difference in so many lives.
Glenn Savoie
11:33 pm on Monday, June 11, 2012
Jocelyn was my son's senoir therapist. My family is in total shock. If it wsn't for her incredible dedication to Autistic children, my son would not be what he is today. She taught him things that he will carry with him for the rest of his life. She was not only a teacher and therapist, she was like a extremely close member of our family. The world has lost a very incrementale member of society. She will be missed. My condolences go out to not only her family, but also all the families that had the pleasure to learn from her.
jesse martinez
12:53 am on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Our Thoughts also she became a very trusted member of our family a void that will never be filled. Still do not know how to tell our Son he just talked to her last week.
Todd
1:08 am on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
To everyone who knew her, thank you for the kind words. She was a wonderful woman who brought light and goodness to life itself. I love you, Jocelyn.
PJ
10:05 am on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Todd, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I've lost a sister too (to cancer) And I know it's painful. She seems to have been a wonderful person who gave a lot to the lives she touched. Being a teacher she gave a gift to so many lives that will echo through the years. God bless her and you and your family.
Glenn Savoie
4:00 pm on Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Todd,
I feel just so awfull, As jocelyn was suppose to be at our home when this happened. She had called us earlier in the day to tell us she wasn't coming, I'm so sorry. I loved her, I wish she was my sister, you trully have the right to be proud of her. I just wish this was a dream. rest in peace my sweet friend. Pamela Savoie
JodiLFord
9:22 am on Thursday, June 14, 2012
I knew Jocelyn in elementary/middle school, she was such a sweetheart then. I can see she made a big impact, reading this story is just so sad. I have an autistic son and I know that the therapists that work with these kids are so very special. She truly made an impact in their lives. Prayers to her family and friends, my condolences.
Elizabeth P
11:58 pm on Thursday, June 14, 2012
I was on my way home from work & couldn't continue down 4 mile due to the road being closed. I was very afraid that something awful had happened. I cross those tracks every day coming to & from work & I think of Jocelyn every time. I never knew her, but I can't help but feel such sorrow for her & her loved ones. To Jocelyn's family: My thoughts & prayers are with you every day. Jocelyn sounds like she was a wonderful person & I hope you can find peace in the faith that God surely welcomed her back home with love & open arms.
Susan Pergande
2:31 pm on Friday, June 15, 2012
Rest in peace, Jocelyn. I didn't know this amazing woman,but I am in the same line of work. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.
Kelly Kloth
11:06 pm on Friday, June 15, 2012
I'm Joc's cousin and was at her parents house and at the funeral yesterday and I still don't believe this happened. It just has to be a mistake. She is beautiful and talented and full of love and so passionately caring... why would this happen??? Please help me, Lord. Speak to the hearts of my aunt, uncle and cousins to help them understand Your purpose behind this tragedy. Please let her be resting peacefully in Your arms.