Teenager dies after being thrown from horse-drawn carriage in Central Park
New York police department say teenager thrown to the ground when horse bolted away from its driver
TL;DR
- An 18-year-old passenger died after being thrown from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park.
- The horse bolted while the driver was reportedly dismounted to take a photograph, which is against regulations.
- The accident occurred just before 3 pm, with at least two passengers ejected from the carriage.
- The driver's union is calling for a full investigation and highlights growing safety concerns in the park.
- The incident has intensified calls for a ban on the horse-drawn carriage industry from groups like the Central Park Conservancy.
- This event follows a recent fatal collapse of a horse in the park.