Central Park horse carriage rides suspended after fatal accident
Summary
Fall Injury New York City New York in New York City, New York: An 18‑year‑old tourist, Romanch Mahajan, died after he jumped from a runaway horse carriage in New York City’s Central Park on Wednesday. The carriage was being driven by a union‑represented operator who stepped out to take a photograph when the horse bolted. Mahajan’s death prompted the Transport Workers Union Local 100 and the Central Park Conservancy to suspend all horse carriage rides until safety protocols can be reviewed.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Romanch Mahajan | Passenger | Fatal |
Original reporting
Central Park horse carriage rides suspended after fatal accident