New York City to end iconic horse-drawn carriage rides after teenager's death
New York City is to end horse carriage rides through Central Park following the "tragic and preventable" death of a teenager earlier this year.
New York City lawmakers are set to ban horse-drawn carriage rides in Central Park, marking the end of a 150-year-old tourist attraction, following years of opposition from animal welfare advocates and the tragic death of an 18-year-old tourist last spring. The New York City Council is anticipated to approve a bill next week, bringing an end to the rides by the year 2028.
The decision comes after three mayors had previously advocated for an end to the carriage rides due to safety concerns, but faced resistance from lawmakers. A spokesperson for Council Speaker Julie Menin confirmed the incoming vote and stated that the proposal had sufficient support to pass. Mayor Zohran Mamdani's office confirmed that a deal had been reached with the speaker on the legislation.
"The horse carriage industry is coming to an end in New York City," Mamdani said in a social media post. The latest push for a ban began in June, following the death of Romanch Mahajan, who visited the city from India. Mahajan died after jumping from a runaway horse carriage during a ride with family members. His death reignited the debate over carriage rides.
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