Central Park Carriage Death Renews Ban Debate

Published
June 18, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
New York City, New York
Central Park
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Incident type
Crash, Fall

Summary

Car Crash New York City New York in New York City, New York: An 18‐year‐old tourist, Romanch Mahajan, died after jumping from a runaway horse‐drawn carriage in Central Park. The carriage’s driver had dismounted to take a photo when the horse bolted, causing the carriage to collide with another vehicle and topple. Mahajan was struck on the head before falling, while his family escaped with minor injuries.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Romanch Mahajan Passenger Fatal
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Injured

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