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Abraham wrote:romeofox,

Your reasons are admirable, but consider being certain before involving yourself in that hypothetical situation in the parking lot that you have ALL the facts.

There have been times when the bad guy looked like the good guy...and be especially careful if it appears to be a domestic situation.

Good advice and I absolutely agree with you. No superhero here and property can be replaced.
However, I hope never to be questioned because I was identified in a video as in the proximity and pausing because of hearing what might be...or observing a violent act and then going on about my business. I would expect "somebody's" family would or should logically ask "Why didn't he do something?" I still got enough wood to make my presence known without going to guns.
More often, the known presence of witnesses deters continuation or escalation. Perhaps all you can do is get close enough to make your presence known, listen to determine if they know each other, get lic # and descriptions for LEO. Yes, I absolutely agree.

What it comes down to is this. There are predators in our communities looking for opportunities (just look at the crime map).
If I hear a scream in a parking lot or see another citizen under attack I will call 911, secure my family and do my best to end the threat & render aid until LEO's arrive.
My family expects this of me. I grew up in a community where that was the norm.