Little Italy restaurant mourns beloved general manager killed in shooting

The Little Italy community said they are devastated over the loss of one of their own. La Scala Ristorante Italiano announced Monday on social media the death of its beloved friend and general manager, Chesley Patterson, 44. Patterson was shot and killed Sunday. Restaurant owner Nino Germano said Patterson, otherwise known as “Chesco,” was a staple in Little Italy. He said the loss is a reminder the violence must stop.