Family of teen killed in Central Park carriage remembers him (opens original article in a new tab)

An 18-year-old Indian student died after falling from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park, leading to suspended operations and renewed calls for safety reforms or bans on the practice.

• Romanch Mahajan, 18, died after falling from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park, New York City.
• Horse carriage operations in Central Park were suspended following the incident, with calls for safety reforms and potential bans.
• The Transport Workers Union suspended the driver and retired the horse involved, while advocating for improved safety protocols.