Young Couple, About to Be Engaged, Shot Dead Outside D.C. Museum

Tragedy Strikes D.C.: Young Couple Killed Outside Jewish Museum A double homicide occurred on Wednesday evening, May 21, 2025, outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Northwest Washington, D.C. The victims, identified by the Israeli Embassy as Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, were staff members. The Israeli Ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, shared the heartbreaking news that the couple was about to be engaged. "They were in the prime of their lives," the embassy stated in a post on X, expressing its profound sorrow. Mr. Lischinsky had recently purchased a ring and planned to propose in Jerusalem next week. The shooting occurred after an event at the museum for young professionals. Police are investigating and searching for the suspect. This tragic event has shaken the community, leaving a profound sense of loss and uncertainty. The incident underscores the need for enhanced security measures and a renewed focus on community safety.