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local2 months ago•5 min saved

NYC Graduation Trip Tragedy: Teen Dies After Central Park Carriage Incident

An 18-year-old, Romanch Mahajan, died after falling from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park during a family vacation celebrating his high school graduation and university acceptance in India; the driver briefly left to take photos, the horse bolted, and Romanch was killed while others were injured. The tragedy prompted the suspension of Central Park carriage rides and renewed calls for safety reforms and a ban on horse-drawn carriages, with Ryder's Law proposed to ease the transition and protect workers.

via NBC News|

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us-news2 months ago•187 min saved

City leaders push to end Central Park horse carriages after teen’s death

An 18-year-old tourist, Romanch Mahajan, died after a Central Park horse-drawn carriage bolted when the driver stopped to photograph passengers, prompting New York City leaders including Mayor Zohran Mamdani to push for an end to the age-old rides. The tragedy, the latest in a series of horse-related incidents in the park, has rekindled debate over safety rules and animal welfare, with unions calling for safer protections and opponents arguing for a just transition rather than outright elimination. Ryder’s Law and a planned City Council hearing are part of the push, while carriage operators warn of the livelihoods tied to the industry and potential regulatory fixes like better tethering. Rides, which cost around $72 for 20 minutes, have been suspended as safety and policy discussions move forward.

via CNN|

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