Chicago Man Charged with Double Murder of Israeli Embassy Staffers

**Chicago Man Charged with Murder of Two Israeli Embassy Staffers in Washington D.C.** A 31-year-old Chicago man, Elias Rodriguez, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and multiple felony gun charges in connection with the shooting deaths of two Israeli Embassy staffers in Washington, D.C. The incident occurred on May 22, 2025. The victims were identified as 30-year-old Yaron Lischinsky and 26-year-old Sarah Lynn Milgrim of Kansas. Both were in Washington on official business for the State of Israel. Interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., Jeanine Pirro, announced the charges at a press conference. "The defendant, Rodriguez, is also charged with two counts of murder in the first degree for both Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim," Pirro stated. "In addition, there are several felony firearms charges for discharging a firearm in the middle of a violent crime and for causing the death of an individual through the use of that firearm." The charges highlight the gravity of the situation and the ongoing investigation into the incident. The swift action taken by law enforcement underscores the commitment to justice and accountability in such cases. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of security measures for foreign officials and the need for continued vigilance in protecting diplomatic personnel.