Abraham wrote:Gunner4640,
My opinion: I would've done what you did.
I wouldn't worry about some questionable person calling the law on me. The type of character that approached you isn't likely to want the law scrutinizing his behavior in a parking lot. This sort of worry can lead to inaction that could be deadly - for you.
You have a CHL and carry to defend yourself if need be.
Plus, I am finding many of the panhandlers to be getting more aggressive. Especially with women. I have
witnessed this several times at a nearby Quick Trip. I kept an eye on things each time, nothings happened, but I know
it scared those gals. I'm not too worried personally about the Hobo's jumping me, but, I do try to keep alert to avoid them
"sneaking" up on me. sometimes it seems they come out of nowhere.
Also, parking lots are a great place to be assaulted. I think it was 2012; a lady was beaten and robbed in the Whole Foods
parking lot at Preston & Royal in Dallas. The attack video was on TV etc. They caught the 2 responsible. But, the speed, brutality
and randomness was chilling.