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Georgia Father of Three Killed by Army Veteran in Target Parking Lot Dispute
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Georgia Father of Three Killed by Army Veteran in Target Parking Lot Dispute

January 9, 2026

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. Police identified the shooter as 30-year-old U.S. Army veteran Tyler Edward Linn.

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.

Father-of-three Matthew Traywick was shot dead after an alleged fight in a Target parking lot.

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.

Tyler Edward Linn, 30, was charged with murder following the shooting on Sunday afternoon.

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.

Linn remained at the scene of the shooting and was arrested.

Vaden Automotive, where Traywick worked, released a statement describing him as a "valued member" of their family.

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Georgia Father of Three Killed by Army Veteran in Target Parking Lot Dispute