Teenager dies after being thrown from horse-drawn carriage in NYC's Central Park

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
New York City, New York
Central Park
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Incident type
Fall, Transit

Summary

Bus Crash New York City New York in New York City, New York: An 18‐year‐old teenager was thrown to the ground after a horse in a carriage bolted and careened through Central Park just before 3 p.m. on Wednesday. The teenager died, while other passengers were injured but refused medical treatment. Police say the driver had dismounted to take a photo, an action prohibited by regulations.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Fatal

Original reporting

Teenager dies after being thrown from horse-drawn carriage in NYC's Central Park

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