God, here in Europe, they do not have baggers. You have to bag your groceries all by yourself, while the clerk scans your purchases. I see people enter grocery stores all the time with backpacks. ANd one is expected to provide your own sacks or else buy one from them. Supposedly to save the environment from having to dispose of more plastic.
Its so obvious, security is there to go through your bags upon leaving. You could use your backpack to collect your purchases? Seems like to be honest , they'd give you a claim check. Just like at the airport, bags can look alike. They need be as responsible as they demand of you.
I'd go to another store. That might cause you to put more miles on your commute. thats good.? Did you explain your situation to regional managers.
Jerk.