Teenager dies after being thrown from horse-drawn carriage in Central Park (opens original article in a new tab)

An 18-year-old died after being thrown from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park when the horse bolted, prompting renewed calls to ban the practice over safety concerns.

• An 18-year-old died after being thrown from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park when the horse bolted
• The driver had dismounted to take a photo, which is against regulations
• The incident has intensified calls to ban horse-drawn carriages in the park due to safety concerns