Mass stabbing attacks have long instilled fear worldwide and are particularly prevalent in countries with strict firearm regulations. Despite the occurrence of these incidents, their economic impact, particularly on consumer behavior, remains empirically understudied. This paper leverages a natural experiment setting to explore the effect of area-specific mass stabbing attacks on the demand for food delivery app services. Employing difference-in-differences analyses, our study reveals that area-specific mass stabbing attacks led to a substantial increase in delivery app usage among residents in affected areas. Furthermore, we observe differential impacts based on factors such as social isolation, total household expenditure, and specific spending patterns. These findings contribute to our understanding of how localized violent incidents can shape economic behaviors and digital service adoption.
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