these days if you say something to anyone, no matter how small it is, you better be prepared for a fight.
someone standing too close to you in the checkout line and you ask them for space could become a life or death situation.
if i'm solo i usually don't backdown from potential confrontation because i stay prepared and very aware of my surroundings. however, if i have fam or friends with me, or if i'm just not in the mood for any bs, i just exit the situation to avoid any risk.
rip to dude that died. terrible for his family to witness that. solemn reminder to mind your own biz or move around.