Father's Heartbreak: Daughter Killed in DC Shooting, Boyfriend Planned Proposal

The shooting at the DC Jewish Museum claimed the life of Sarah Milgrim, a young woman whose father, Robert Milgrim, learned of her death from the Israeli ambassador. The ambassador's call brought the devastating news that Sarah had been killed. Mr. Milgrim shared that his daughter's boyfriend, Yaron Lischinsky, had recently purchased an engagement ring and planned to propose to Sarah in Jerusalem. "They were perfect for each other," he said, his voice choked with emotion. The family had been unaware that Sarah and Yaron were at the museum the night of the shooting, only realizing their daughter was a victim through news reports. The story highlights the profound loss felt by the family and the tragic irony of a love story cut short by violence. It also underscores the impact of such events on families and communities.