On a summer evening in Richmond, Virginia, the bustling sounds of the 88 Garden Restaurant were silenced by a senseless act of violence that claimed the life of its owner, Chong Kyu Han. The 58-year-old Korean man was shot and killed on August 9, 2014, during what authorities believe was a robbery at his establishment located in the 6300 block of Midlothian Turnpike.
The incident left the local community in shock and mourning for a man known for his kindness and dedication to his business.
The investigation into the death of Chong Kyu Han led Richmond Police to identify a suspect, Mark Attorney. He was subsequently arrested and charged in connection with the homicide. The legal proceedings that followed brought to light the chilling details of the crime. Evidence presented during the trial painted a picture of a robbery gone tragically wrong, culminating in the fatal shooting of the restaurant owner.
Ultimately, justice was served in a Richmond courtroom where Mark Attorney was convicted for his role in the murder of Chong Kyu Han. After considering the evidence and the profound loss suffered by the victim's family and community, the court handed down a sentence of 40 years in prison. The conviction and sentencing brought a close to a painful chapter for those who knew and loved Chong Kyu Han, ensuring that the individual responsible for his untimely death would be held accountable for his actions.
