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Central Park Carriage Ride Tragedy

Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Published
June 20, 2026
Duration
2:06
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Last updated
Jun 21, 2026

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A tragic accident in Central Park claims the life of 18-year-old Romanch Mahajan after a horse-drawn carriage bolted, sending him leaping from the vehicle in a desperate attempt to save his mother. This heartbreaking incident has ignited urgent debate over the future of carriage rides, with the industry suspended while safety protocols are reviewed. Advoc…

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A tragic accident in Central Park claims the life of 18-year-old Romanch Mahajan after a horse-drawn carriage bolted, sending him leaping from the vehicle in a desperate attempt to save his mother. This heartbreaking incident has ignited urgent debate over the future of carriage rides, with the industry suspended while safety protocols are reviewed. Advocates for change, including city officials and the Central Park Conservancy, argue horses can no longer safely share park roads with pedestrians

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