Beloved Buckhead restaurant owner shot to death in broad daylight

Chad Dillon, 33, was shot and killed Tuesday afternoon near Tribute Lofts on John Wesley Dobbs Avenue in broad daylight in the Old Fourth Ward Neighborhood, according to the Atlanta Police Department.

Publish Date: Wednesday 24th July 2024
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Chad Dillon, 33, was shot and killed Tuesday afternoon near Tribute Lofts on John Wesley Dobbs Avenue in broad daylight in the Old Fourth Ward Neighborhood, according to the Atlanta Police Department.

"He was nothing but for the people," Prosper said. "I could almost guarantee you that he'd give you the shirt off his back."

Prosper said it wasn't what Dillon did in the kitchen; it was what he did when the restaurant closed.

"I was locked up at a prison over here in metro Atlanta," Prosper said. "And Chad came as, basically, like one of the community mentors."

Prosper said he was released about a month before he found out Dillon was killed. He said Dillon would meet with dozens of inmates almost weekly and teach them about entrepreneurship.

"We, basically, try to come up with business plans to create something to just keep-- positive energy and keep us out the streets," Prosper said.

Dillon was passionate about the business. During his first year as a restauranteur, it's reported that he made $8 million. He also co-owned "The Seafood Menu" with Atlanta rapper Lil' Baby.

"It kind of hurt me, honestly," Prosper said. "It hurt me bad just knowing that I was... that person was a part of my life when I was going through something. So, to see me out here now and then that happened is just as heartbreaking."

"We are deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Chad Dillon, who was not only a valued client and dear friend but also a well-respected businessman. Our hearts go out to his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time..."

11Alive spoke to Dillon's sister, Kristine, on the phone. She explained that the family was hurting, and this was all too fresh. So, they're not ready to speak right now. Most of the family is in New York, and even from there, they understand how much he meant to the Atlanta community.

Atlanta Police have not announced an arrest in this case, as the shooting is still under investigation. However, a spokesperson said the killing appears to have been targeted.

December 24, 2024

Story attribution: Tresia Bowles

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