A YOUNG couple about to get engaged have been shot dead outside of a Jewish museum in Washington DC in an act of “depraved terrorism”.
The victims have been identified as two Israeli embassy workers with the gunman heard chanting “Free Palestine” after carrying out the attack.
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Tal Naim Cohen, a spokesperson for the Israeli embassy in Washington confirmed the two staff members were shot “at close range” overnight.
It took place near the Capital Jewish Museum which sits just steps away from an FBI office.
Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, described the attack as “a depraved act of antisemitic terrorism”.
He wrote on X: “We are confident that the US authorities will take strong action against those responsible for this criminal act.”
The identity of the shooter is still unknown with cops yet to establish a motive.
Washington DC’s police chief, Pamela Smith, told a reporters at a news conference that a lone suspect is in custody.
Smith confirmed they had shouted “free, free Palestine” when being arrested.
The male shooter was reportedly seen walking around the museum before approaching the couple and two others.
A handgun is believed to have been used in the attack.
US President Donald Trump took to Truth Social shortly after the shooting to pay his respects to the couple.
He said: “These horrible D.C. killings, based obviously on antisemitism, must end, NOW!
“Hatred and Radicalism have no place in the USA.
“Condolences to the families of the victims. So sad that such things as this can happen! God Bless You ALL!”
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