Safety advocate blames Central Park redesign for pedestrian’s death as cyclist crashes rise
Safety advocates are demanding improved security measures in Central Park following the death of a pedestrian struck by a cyclist. Critics argue that recent park redesigns have contributed to an increase in crashes.
Richie O’Brien, a 41-year-old steamfitter, was walking along Central Park's East Drive when he was hit by a cyclist on a regular pedal bike on Sept. 23 and died of his injuries.
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