I obviously agree with Manan, gloxrok, and mtormaro. I am under no obligation to protect the general public or store owners' assets. Here is a related thing to discuss. Joe Storeowner had the same opportunity his LTCH customer did to make a personal decision about whether to get a LTCH to protect himself, his business, or his staff. Assuming he chose not to do so, why does it become a LTCH holder's place to protect Joe Storeowner or his cash if the LTCH holder does not feel his own life or that of his family is in danger?
As for me, I have no interest in being a hero, only a survivor.
I agree. However, if someone has an unholstered weapon and is committing a crime within my immediate vicinity I think I would feel like my well being was endangered. I guess I won't know until it happens.