In the early morning hours of January 30, 2025, a domestic dispute in a Buford, Georgia, home escalated to a fatal conclusion, ending the life of 32-year-old Gavin Fitzgibbon. Gwinnett County Police were dispatched to the residence on Roxholly Lane shortly after 1:30 a.m. following a 911 call. Upon their arrival, officers discovered Mr. Fitzgibbon inside the home, deceased from at least one gunshot wound.
Living in the same residence was his roommate, 28-year-old Ian Stewart. Following an investigation at the scene and interviews with witnesses who were present during the incident, authorities detained Stewart for questioning. The investigation into the argument between the two roommates led to Stewart's arrest in connection with the shooting.
Ian Stewart was subsequently charged with a string of serious felonies, including Malice Murder, Felony Murder, Aggravated Assault, and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony. He was booked into the Gwinnett County Jail, where he was held without bond. The motive for the fatal shooting was determined by police to be domestic in nature.
Gavin Fitzgibbon, an Amazon delivery driver with a bachelor's degree in Political Science, was remembered by loved ones as a 'gentle giant.' He had a passion for music, video games, and history, with a particular fondness for 'Harry Potter,' 'Lord of the Rings,' and Roman history. He enjoyed quiet gatherings with friends and family, often centered around board and card games. A private celebration of his life was held on February 15, 2025.
