The remote parts of the car park are usually where the least desirable sorts hang out. (I park in the same areas due to an oversized vehicle, so notice them.)

I also think you're being paranoid.

Paranoia is irrelevant. The design of Home Depot is unwelcoming.

In contrast the local hardware store succeeded in using its employees as both a deterrent to theft and being welcoming to its customers.

https://www.securityinformed.com/news/co-855-ga-co-1753-ga.2...