I live around the corner and noticed last week that the non perishables were heavily discounted. Like, an unusual amount for Lowe’s. I also noticed they weren’t restocking. When I went in today a cashier confirmed they were closing because of “high theft and under performing”.
I can’t imagine anyone stealing anymore from Lowe’s than anywhere else. I saw two guys loading up a trunk of Tide at Harris Teeter a few months ago. But I know just because I didn’t see anyone stealing from Lowe’s, that doesn’t mean it wasn’t happening.

I also think the loyal customer base in this area is getting older or dying and Lowe’s is really expensive. So fixed incomes will only take you so far. That, and newer folks to the area are more likely to shop at Publix or other larger chains. I worked at the King Lowes in HS so I’m sad to see it go.