Fatal NYC carriage accident: Driver to be suspended, horse retired

Published
June 18, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Manhattan, New York
CENTRAL PARK
Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Manhattan New York in Manhattan, New York: A horse-drawn carriage in Central Park crashed into another carriage after a startled horse broke free, killing 18‐year‐old Romanch Mahajan. The incident prompted the driver’s suspension and the retirement of the horse involved.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Romanch Mahajan Passenger Fatal

Original reporting

Fatal NYC carriage accident: Driver to be suspended, horse retired

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