Central Park horse carriage rides suspended after fatal accident
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