Central Park horse carriage rides suspended after fatal accident
Summary
Car Crash New York City New York in New York City, New York: On Wednesday, 18‑year‑old Romanch Mahajan died after jumping from a runaway four‑wheeled carriage in Central Park when its horse bolted while the driver had hopped off to take a photo. The mother fell out of the carriage and Mahajan leapt to save her, striking his head on the pavement as the horse sprinted through the park. Horse carriage rides were suspended at least until Tuesday pending a review of safety protocols by the Transport Workers Union Local 100 and the Central Park Conservancy.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Romanch Mahajan | Passenger | Fatal |
Original reporting
Central Park horse carriage rides suspended after fatal accident