Shaun Brady from Nenagh, Co Tipperary, ran the successful Brady & Fox restaurant and lounge in Kansas City for over a decade.

The police said they responded to a report of a shooting in a parking lot next to several businesses at the corner of 63rd and Rockhill, where Mr. Brady’s Irish restaurant was located.

According to initial police investigations, Mr. Brady was taking out trash when he noticed several people standing next to a vehicle in the parking lot.

Kansas City Police are currently investigating the murder and have opened a homicide investigation.

Meanwhile, the last respects were paid to the chef from Tipperary who was shot dead in the USA.

Police said two male juveniles were taken into custody within an hour of the incident.

Investigators will work with prosecutors to determine appropriate charges, police said.

The vehicle used in the crime was also found a short distance away in Midtown, they added.

The incident is being investigated as a homicide and the crime scene has been examined for evidence.

They said they interviewed several witnesses and reviewed all available surveillance footage of the incident.

The fatal shooting occurred yesterday at 5:15 p.m. local time in front of the popular restaurant.

It is believed that Mr. Brady happened upon an attempted carjacking in a parking lot on East 63rd Street, directly across from his property.

He was taking trash from the restaurant to a dumpster at the side of the road when he apparently noticed a line of people gathered around a parked car.

The attack occurred after a brief interaction between Mr. Brady and the group.

He was shot several times before his killer fled the scene.

Despite efforts by pedestrians and paramedics to assist Mr Brady, he was pronounced dead shortly after being taken to hospital.

Kansas City Police officials are currently investigating whether the botched robbery is related to a recent series of larcenies and carjackings near businesses and homes in the area.

Sergeant Phil DiMartino said an extensive investigation is currently underway to find Mr Brady’s killer or killers.

Witness statements and video surveillance footage are expected to be crucial.

Talented chef Mr. Brady ran Brady & Fox restaurant for more than a decade after moving to the United States from Ireland in 2013.

He ran the restaurant with his friend Graham Farris.

After Mr Brady married his American-born wife Kate, he decided to move to the United States.

The couple met when Kate – who is from Wichita, Kansas – was on holiday in Ireland and initially lived here.

The couple is said to have children.

Everyone is shocked and horrified that such a talented and hardworking young man lost his life under these circumstances.

After deciding to pursue a career as a chef after secondary school at Nenagh CBS, Mr Brady worked in leading Irish restaurants.

Locals described him as an extremely talented chef, known for his consistent promotion of Irish food and ingredients – and for his sense of humor when dealing with his customers.

Councillor Seamus Morris said the north Tipperary town was deeply shocked by the tragedy.

“Everyone is shocked and appalled that such a talented and hard-working young man should lose his life in these circumstances,” said Tipperary County Council.

“To see a young life senselessly taken under such violent circumstances is absolutely unbelievable.”

He said the extended family, who were well known and highly respected in Tipperary, were unable to believe the news from the United States.

“They are a wonderful family and everyone in Nenagh is heartbroken by what has happened,” said Councillor Morris.

He said Mr Brady was proud of his Irish roots – and had been very involved in the Irish community in Missouri after moving there over a decade ago.

Mr. Brady settled in the city of Kansas City, Missouri, which is near Wichita, where his wife is from.

“He was very involved with the Irish Fest in Kansas City and supported all kinds of Irish events there,” said Councilman Morris.

Mr. Brady’s premises became one of the central locations in Missouri for the annual St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

“I would like to express my deepest condolences to his family in Nenagh and his family and friends in Kansas. He was very much appreciated there,” said Councillor Morris.

“I am shocked to hear this now. He was in the wrong place at the wrong time. A young life was taken for no reason. A terrible loss for all who knew him.”

Louise Morgan Walsh, Labour councillor in Tipperary, has expressed her condolences to Mr Brady’s family.

“We are absolutely shocked and saddened here in Nenagh to hear of the unlawful killing of Shaun Brady in the USA today. I remember Shaun from school. He was a really nice guy. To think that his life ended so tragically while he was trying to do good. It is so wrong.”

“My thoughts and prayers are with his mother Mary, his sisters and all his family and friends here in Nenagh, Ardcroney and in Kansas City in the USA at this very difficult time.”

Mr Brady had previously said, Kansas City Star newspaper how he fell in love with cooking while growing up in County Tipperary.

He said he started preparing meals to help his single mother of four children

“My mom was very, very against me becoming a chef,” he said.

“It took her a few years to change her mind.

“We were not put on a pedestal as is the case today.

“Chefs had a history of drug and alcohol problems. It was just a different time.”

His friends flooded social media with tributes to him this morning.

On its website, Brady’s company, Brady’s KC, thanked its customers for their support following the horror shooting.

“Our hearts are broken. There are no words to express our sadness, anger and frustration. Our community is forever with Shaun’s family,” they said.

“We are grateful for the tremendous support, the offers of help and your love. Together we are united. Together we will mourn. Together we will heal.”

“We ask that you please show compassion and support us in our healing by respecting the privacy of Shaun’s family.

“Ar scáth a chéile a mhaireann na daoine.”

Pat O’Neill, a long-time friend of Mr Brady, told Fox4 News the Irish community was in shock.

“The Irish community is completely stunned. He was a popular figure, a native Irishman, just a generous guy who did everything for everybody. So many of us are again stunned, praying, angry and wondering why,” he said.

On Facebook, a friend said Mr Brady’s murder had been devastating for his family and friends.

“Incredibly sad and disgusting… Such a wonderful friend, great father, husband and exceptional and creative chef/baker, restaurant owner,” they said.

“He had such passion and love for the food he cooked, for the guests he served, for co-workers and friends. He showed genuine love for all of it. You will be missed more than words could ever express.”

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas said in a Facebook post: “Like many in our community, I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of Shaun Brady.

“I met him, laughed with him, heard a little bit about his story and that of his family, and was inspired by the business and community he was building in Kansas City.

“I mourn for his family and all who knew him and offer them my sincere condolences.”