New York mayor, other leaders push to ban horse-drawn carriage rides after Indian teen's death
Summary
Car Crash New York New York in New York, New York: An 18‑year‑old Indian tourist, Romanch Mahajan, died after jumping from a runaway horse-drawn carriage in Central Park. The incident occurred when the four‑wheeled carriage was driven without a driver and the horse sprinted through the park. Mahajan is believed to be the first person killed in a horse‑carriage accident since they were introduced in Central Park over 150 years ago. Following the death, New York City officials and other leaders called for a ban or suspension of horse‑drawn carriage rides until additional safety measures are implemented.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Romanch Mahajan | Passenger | Fatal |
Original reporting
New York mayor, other leaders push to ban horse-drawn carriage rides after Indian teen's death