John Kilroy: Body found in Brisbane during search for cancer-stricken Queensland restaurateur
The man behind one of Brisbane’s most famous steakhouses was undergoing cancer treatment at the time of his disappearance.
A body found during the search for John Kilroy is believed to be that of the famed Queensland restaurateur.
The 73-year-old was staying with friends in Brisbane while he underwent cancer treatment.
His friends say Mr Kilroy went for a walk along the Brisbane River on Sunday night but never returned, The Courier Mail reported.
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“We are worried about him,” a friend told the newspaper.
“He was in great pain and went for a walk and we haven’t seen him since.
“Police have been notified.”
Police confirmed they found a body at a car park on Howard St in Brisbane City on Monday morning.
Formal identification is ongoing.
“His death is being treated as non-suspicious,” a spokesman said.
Mr Kilroy has been battling cancer for the past five years.
He was originally from Western Queensland and operated pubs, restaurants and function venues for more than four decades.
He retired from the industry when he sold his iconic Brisbane steakhouse Cha Cha Char in 2020 and relocated to Hervey Bay.
The restaurant was well-known for its steak and hosted politicians, miners and executives.
Originally published as Body found during search for Queensland restaurateur John Kilroy
