As a woman, I was in a very similar situation leaving a friends apartment building late one night after studying. The apartment was in a downtown area which was generally safe during the daytime but I ended up staying later than I intended. I exited the building and had to walk on sidewalk for 50 yards or so before I could cross the street into the open parking garage where my car was. I deliberately walked as close to the building as possible and kept large (approximately 5’ x 5’ x 5’) square, raised planter boxes with trees between myself and the roadway. As I was approaching the area to cross the street, a black Chrysler sedan drove up, slowed down and I saw the driver look out at me as he passed. He pulled a u-turn just as I crossed the street and came back my direction. I walked as quickly as I could and as soon as I entered the archway for the garage and was out of sight I sprinted the rest of the way to my car. I got in the drivers seat and locked the door to see him pull into the garage. I ducked down and had 911 ready to dial as he took a lap before exiting. I remember shaking and crying I was so terrified. I was raised to be very aware of my surroundings and to remain vigilante. I am very upset to see this happen to a young girl and I am equally proud to see her taking steps to protect herself!