Central Park horse carriage rides suspended after fatal accident
Summary
Fall Injury New York New York in New York, New York: An 18‑year‑old tourist, Romanch Mahajan, died in Central Park on a Wednesday after jumping from a runaway horse carriage. The incident occurred when the carriage’s driver left to take photographs while a horse bolted, causing Mahajan to fall and hit his head. As a result, the union representing carriage drivers suspended all rides at least until Tuesday, pending a review of safety protocols.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Romanch Mahajan | Passenger | Fatal |
Original reporting
Central Park horse carriage rides suspended after fatal accident