Teenager dies after being thrown from horse-drawn carriage in NYC's Central Park - KOB.com
Summary
Fall Injury New York City New York in New York City, New York: An 18-year-old passenger was thrown from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park in New York City just before 3 p.m. on Wednesday when the horse bolted away from its driver, who had dismounted to take a photograph of his passengers. At least two passengers were sent flying from the careening cab, and the carriage later toppled over after clipping the wheels of another carriage on the park's loop. The teenager was hospitalized in critical condition and later died, while the other passengers refused medical treatment.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Unnamed Passenger | Passenger | Fatal |
| Central Park carriage driver | At-fault party |
Original reporting
Teenager dies after being thrown from horse-drawn carriage in NYC's Central Park - KOB.com