New York Man Dies After Collision With Cyclist in Central Park

A 41-year-old New York man has died after being struck by a bicyclist while walking to work in Central Park. Richie O’Brien was on his usual route to work when he was hit by a cyclist traveling north on East Drive near West 84th Street.

O’Brien was transported to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where he died in the early morning hours of Sunday, September 27, from what his family described as a “devastating brain injury.”

O’Brien was a steamfitter who worked daily to support his wife, Ronni, and their two daughters, Kylie and Mia. A GoFundMe campaign established by his family to help cover immediate expenses and provide financial security for Ronni as a single mother has raised over $161,000 toward a $200,000 goal.

The cyclist remained at the scene and received treatment for minor injuries. The investigation into the collision is ongoing, and no charges have been filed. Authorities are examining the exact details of the incident, including whether O’Brien was aware of the approaching bicycle.

Friends have shared tributes to O’Brien, remembering him as a kind and selfless individual. One friend noted that O’Brien was an organ donor, helping others even in his final moments.