A tragic incident occurred on yesterday morning in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, where a 74-year-old woman was fatally struck by a car in a parking lot. Kathleen Tascione, of Bellingham, became the victim of this unfortunate accident that took place around 10:30 a.m. at the address 1919 Diamond Hill Road, an area associated with the retailer Ocean State Job Lot.
Following the events, Tascione was promptly taken to Landmark Hospital, where, her life sadly slipped away as she was pronounced dead. The Woonsocket police, who responded to the scene, have confirmed that the driver involved in the collision remained on site, cooperating with law enforcement, NBC10 Boston affiliate WJAR reports. At present, authorities are yet to determine if charges will be filed in the wake of the deadly crash, the investigation is still unfolding.
The police have not yet released any additional details regarding the nature of the accident, or what may have caused it. The community of Woonsocket and those familiar with Tascione now mourn the loss of a life ended abruptly amidst the everyday act of navigating a parking lot.
An ongoing investigation into the incident aims to shed light on the circumstances leading to Tascione's death. In the meantime, no immediate word regarding potential charges against the driver has come forth according to WJAR's engagement with law enforcement. The tight-knit community of Woonsocket is left to grapple with the realities of a life lost too soon, and a reminder of how fleeting our comings and goings can be.
