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

A teenager died after being thrown from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park when the horse bolted, prompting renewed calls for a ban on the industry.

• 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 photos, violating safety protocols
• Central Park's horse-drawn carriage industry faces renewed calls for a ban due to safety concerns