Teenager dies after being thrown from horse-drawn carriage in Central Park
Summary
An 18-year-old passenger died after being thrown from a horse-drawn carriage in New York’s Central Park when the horse ran out of control. The accident happened while the driver was taking a photo, and safety concerns about horse carriages in the park continue to grow.Key Facts
- The accident occurred just before 3 p.m. in Central Park.
- The horse bolted after the driver stepped away to take a photo, which is against safety rules.
- The teenager was critically injured and later died in the hospital.
- Three other passengers were in the carriage; at least two were also thrown out, but they refused medical treatment.
- The horse had been working in the park for only six weeks.
- Videos showed the horse running fast and the carriage overturning after hitting another carriage.
- Horse-drawn carriages have been a part of Central Park for about 150 years but face criticism for safety and animal welfare concerns.
- The Central Park Conservancy supports banning the carriages, citing recent accidents and risks to public safety.
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