Vigil held for teen killed in carriage horse accident

Published
June 22, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
New York City, New York
Central Park
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Incident type
Fall

Summary

Fall Injury New York City New York in New York City, New York: An 18-year-old Romanch Mahajan was killed after a horse pulling a carriage carrying him and his family bolted through Central Park in New York City. The incident occurred last week, and a vigil was held Monday to honor him. His death has renewed calls from advocates and elected officials to ban horse-drawn carriages in the city.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Romanch Mahajan Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

Vigil held for teen killed in carriage horse accident

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