Fatal Central Park carriage incident intensifies debate over future of horse-drawn carriages - The Chief

Published
June 20, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Manhattan, New York
West Drive
Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Manhattan New York in Manhattan, New York: An 18‑year‑old tourist named Romanch Mahajan was killed on June 17 in Central Park when a horse bolted from its driver near Cherry Hill, ran down West Drive, and collided with another carriage, causing it to overturn.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Romanch Mahajan Passenger Fatal

Original reporting

Fatal Central Park carriage incident intensifies debate over future of horse-drawn carriages - The Chief

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