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DC restaurant manager dies after robbery, shooting in Atlanta

WASHINGTON — Christian Broder, the general manager of Millie’s in D.C., has died according to a GoFundMe page that was set up by his friends and family.

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Broder was shot while waiting for an Uber with three others after attending a country club wedding on July 8 in Atlanta.

The group mistook a car that had pulled up as their ride. Instead, the group was robbed and Broder wound up being shot in the abdomen.

Jayden Myrick, 17, was arrested by the Atlanta Police Department and faces a slew of charges in connection with the crime.

The GoFundMe page that was set up to support Broder’s medical costs posted an update on Saturday morning of his passing.

“We are heartbroken to share that last night Christian passed away. He was comfortable with Molly by his side and surrounded by loved ones. We are so grateful for your love and support over the last two weeks as Christian fought so hard,” The page now reads.

Broder had been listed in critical condition since the shooting.

 

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