> At a Glance
> – Matthew Traywick, father of three, died after a dispute over a parking space at a Savannah Target.
> – Tyler Linn, 30, is charged with murder and aggravated assault.
> – Linn, an Army veteran, stayed at the scene and was arrested Sunday.
> – Why it matters: A petty parking argument turned lethal, prompting local leaders to plead for de-escalation.
A weekend shopping trip turned fatal when a dispute over a Target parking spot ended with gunfire in Savannah, Georgia.
According to police, the shooting erupted shortly after officers were called to the store on Sunday, Jan. 4. Matthew Traywick, a local father, sustained multiple gunshot wounds and died at the hospital.
The Incident
Police say Tyler Linn, 30, shot Traywick after the two clashed over a parking space. Linn remained at the scene until officers arrived and was later charged with murder and aggravated assault.
Court records do not yet list a plea or attorney for Linn.
Community Reaction
Savannah Mayor Van Johnson addressed the tragedy on Facebook:
> “Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones of the victim. No disagreement over a parking space, or anything else, should ever end in the loss of life.“
Key responses:
- Vaden Automotive, Traywick’s employer, called the staff “heartbroken” by his death.
- A GoFundMe for Traywick’s wife and three young children has raised more than $85,000.
Background on the Suspect
Reports from WSAV and WTOC note Linn is an Army veteran who served from 2015 to 2023.
| Entity | Detail |
|---|---|
| Suspect | Tyler Linn, 30 |
| Charges | Murder and aggravated assault |
| Victim | Matthew Traywick, father of three |
| Community Fund | GoFundMe; over $85,000 raised |
Key Takeaways
- A parking dispute escalated to deadly violence in minutes.
- Mayor Johnson urged residents to choose de-escalation.
- Traywick’s employer and community are rallying around his family.
The Savannah Police Department continues to investigate, and Linn is being held as the case proceeds.
