Homicide Report > Alonzo Ester, 67
Alonzo Ester, 67
Died May 13, 2011
Alonzo Ester, a 67-year-old black man, was shot and killed Friday, May 13, in the 4200 block of Hillcrest Drive in Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.
Ester was fatally shot about 3 a.m. in his driveway by an assailant who apparently approached the driver’s side door and fired one or two shots.
Witnesses heard the shots and saw a man apparently leaving the scene in a sedan, said Capt. Vito Palazzolo of the Los Angeles Police Department.
Ester owned Dynasty Restaurant and Lounge in Inglewood and also worked in real estate, according to his son, Abraham Ester.
The nightclub owner has a black Rolls-Royce and a white one. He was driving the $300,000 white car, which rolled into a neighbor's house across the street after the shooting.
His former wife, Patricia Ester, said she doubted the motive was a robbery given that the assailant left the valuable car behind.
Detectives stressed that the investigation is in the early stages, but it appears Ester could have been followed home.
According to relatives, Ester was born in Louisiana and moved to Los Angeles, where he got into the real estate business with his then father-in-law and built up his wealth.
Anyone with details about the incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (800) 222-8477.
KTLA Video: Man found shot to death in Rolls Royce
[Update Jan. 17, 2012: LAPD makes arrest in Baldwin Hills 'Rolls-Royce' killing]
— Richard Winton
- Neighborhood: Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw
- Age: 67
- Gender: Male
- Cause: Gunshot
- Day of the week: Friday
- Agency: LAPD Southwest
- Race/Ethnicity: Black
- Circumstance: Walk-up
- Crime scene: Parked vehicle
Eight reader comments about Alonzo Ester
R.I.P. no tears, no more pain. May God give the family peace.
May 19, 2011 at 8:50 a.m.
Dickie and I were friends for 42 years. I am just getting over the shock of Dickie's death. People would wonder why he came back to Louisiana when most of his family was in Los Angelas. Lillie Pearl you were named after Dickie's mom. Remember how much he loved you. Ishmael grow to be a responsible man Dickie desired you to be. Bernice Dickie told me he was going to bring me so see you this summer when I came. Bernice, Joe and the rest please be encouraged and understand.
May 23, 2011 at 8:28 a.m.
I am surprise that Mr.Ester was so well known in the community and no one is commenting on his death especially seeing all of the people that were gather out side of his business right after this happen.I was wondering what part of Louisiana was he from because I am from there as well also has his service been held yet if anyone know this information please share it.
May 23, 2011 at 1:11 p.m.
I didnt know Dickey personally, but I enjoyed going over to "The Dynasty" I have read some of the tweets & comments all I want to say is this is a tragdey!!!! God Bless you Dickey
May 23, 2011 at 4 p.m.
i knew alonzo well, i rented a place from him for 5 years, alonzo was a good person and he helped me keep my son close to me, he rented my son the camper that was behind my house, and he did it to show him a since of responsibilty and it worked, he said now u can have your son close to u, my son was killed 6 years ago he was 20 when he was killed, but alonzo loved life and his own kids and family, he helped me a couple of times and i remember ishmail to when he was little he really loved that boy he had cowboy boots and he keep him dress nice too, and his funeral was today, so rest in peace alonzo and u will be missed by me, i still kept in touch even when i moved to compton, why? becouse he was good to me and ill never forget that.
May 23, 2011 at 10:07 p.m.
R.I.P. Uncle Dick - you are loved and will be so missed. I will NEVER forget your smile.
May 27, 2011 at 7:04 a.m.
Wow now this is bad.
June 14, 2011 at 7:41 p.m.
Dickie was a good man that would always tell you the true even if it hurt your feelings. He taught me to never depend on others for my success. He gave me a job at Dynasty as a waitress then encouraged me to become a bartender. He also rented me an apt when my abusive ex was getting crazy. I will always love him and appreciate the lessons learned from him. Rest in peace soldier and tell Mike "he, he." Love you Dick
Dec. 9, 2012 at 6:32 p.m.
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