The Old North Columbus neighborhood will be losing a long-standing bar and restaurant when Patrick J’s closes their doors on February 1st. Representatives from the business confirmed the closure on Facebook yesterday, thanking guests for their support and patronage.

The closure likely comes as little surprise, as business owner John Raphael was involved in the recent Redflex red light traffic camera scandal, and pled guilty to charges back in October. In addition bar ownership, Raphael was a former local lobbyist who represented multiple businesses that dealt with city and county governments through service contracts.

Raphael’s sentencing is expected to take place on March 30th, and could carry a sentence of up to 20 years in prison and $250,000 in fines.

Located at 2711 North High Street, Patrick J’s was opened by John Raphael and Pat Norris in 1987.