- Matthew Traywick, a father of three, was fatally shot Sunday afternoon in a Target parking lot after an alleged dispute over a parking space.
- Authorities say 30-year-old U.S. Army veteran Tyler Edward Linn pulled a gun, opened fire, and was arrested at the scene.
- Traywick was taken to Memorial Health University Medical Center and later died from his injuries; Linn faces murder and aggravated assault charges.
- A GoFundMe for widow Micayla and the couple's three children has raised more than $140,000 to cover immediate expenses.
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA — Matthew Traywick, a father of three, was fatally shot Sunday afternoon during an alleged argument over a parking spot at a Target store.
Dispute Turns Deadly
The incident occurred shortly after 4:00 p.m. in the parking lot of the retailer. Authorities stated that a verbal altercation over a parking space escalated when Linn allegedly pulled a gun and opened fire on Traywick.
Traywick was rushed to Memorial Health University Medical Center but later died from his injuries. Savannah Mayor Van Johnson condemned the violence, stating, "No disagreement over a parking space, or anything else should ever end in the loss of life."
Suspect Arrested at Scene
Linn was arrested by officers at the scene. He has been charged with murder and aggravated assault and is currently being held at the Chatham County Detention Center.
Records show Linn served in the military from 2015 to 2023 and was stationed at Hunter Army Airfield.
Community Support for Family
A GoFundMe campaign established for Traywick’s widow, Micayla, and their three children has raised over $140,000. The fundraiser aims to cover immediate expenses as the family faces the loss of their primary provider.
Vaden Automotive, where Traywick worked, released a statement describing him as a "valued member" of their family.
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