Woman Faces Charges for Alleged Assault on Horse Carriage Driver

A 27-year-old woman from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been charged following an incident in Central Park, New York City. The New York Police Department reported that Abigail Holbrook was caught on camera using her skateboard to assault a horse carriage driver.

According to police, the incident occurred near 59th Street and West Drive. Holbrook allegedly struck one man in the face and shoulder with her skateboard and punched another in the face. The NYPD responded to a 911 call concerning the altercation.

A video shows Holbrook holding a skateboard and hitting a man wearing a brown jacket. She is heard in the footage arguing that horse carriage drivers are abusing the animals. She claims horses are not suited for the noisy and bright environment of New York City.

“Horses do not do well in New York City. They are sensitive to light and noise and the people that use these horses are animal abusers,” Holbrook exclaimed during the incident.

Holbrook is also seen engaging in a verbal exchange with one of the drivers. At one point, she confronts a person behind the camera, asking if they are proud of capturing the incident.

The Transport Workers Union, representing the carriage drivers, expressed their dismay. Alexander Kemp, the Administrative Vice President of TWU Local 100, called the incident “outrageous and unacceptable.” He emphasized the need for a more visible police presence at horse-carriage stands to ensure the safety of workers.

Holbrook’s actions have raised concerns about the ongoing debates surrounding horse carriages in New York City. Meanwhile, there has been no comment from Holbrook as Fox News Digital reached out for her perspective on the event.