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A tragic accident in Central Park has sparked nationwide debate over horse-drawn carriage safety: an 18-year-old Indian tourist died trying to save his mother after she fell from their carriage, which then overturned. The driver, who had dismounted to take a photo — a violation of protocol — has been suspended, and the horse retired. This marks the first human fatality linked to Central Park carriages in over 150 years. The victim’s father mourned his son’s lost dreams, while animal welfare groups and even the park’s own conservancy now support a ban, citing public safety risks. City officials plan a legislative hearing next month to consider ending the industry and helping drivers transition — though carriage owners argue for improved safety measures over outright bans, fearing job losses. The conversation is heating up, and the future of this historic tradition hangs in the balance.

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