Central Park horse carriage rides suspended after fatal accident

Published
June 19, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
New York City, New York
Central Park
Incident type
Crash, Pedestrian struck

Summary

Pedestrian Hit New York City New York in New York City, New York: A young tourist, Romanch Mahajan, died on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 after jumping from a runaway horse carriage in Central Park. The incident occurred when the carriage’s driver left to take a photograph and the horse bolted, causing the carriage to crash into pedestrians. Horse carriage rides have been suspended at least until Tuesday as safety protocols are reviewed.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Romanch Mahajan Passenger Fatal

Original reporting

Central Park horse carriage rides suspended after fatal accident

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