Vigil to be held for teen killed in NYC carriage accident
Summary
Fall Injury Manhattan New York in Manhattan, New York: An 18‑year‑old tourist from India named Romanch Mahajan died after falling from a horse‑drawn carriage in Central Park on Wednesday when the horse that was pulling it became startled and bolted down West Drive while still attached to the carriage, throwing passengers off. The incident sparked controversy between community groups calling for a ban on horse carriages and workers who want to keep their jobs. A vigil is scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday where Council Member Christopher Marte is expected to announce the renaming of Ryder’s Law to Romanch’s Law in honor of the victim.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Romanch Mahajan | Unknown | Fatal |
Original reporting
Vigil to be held for teen killed in NYC carriage accident