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Man killed in crocodile attack at beach near Mexico resort
USA Today • • general
Key Points:
- A 28-year-old man named Irving was attacked and killed by a crocodile at a beach in front of the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa in Jalisco, Mexico, on June 26 around 6 p.m. local time.
- The crocodile dragged him into the water, and his body was found the next day approximately 0.2 miles from the shore, confirmed by Jalisco State Police.
- A couple from Orange County, California, tried to rescue Irving by throwing him a life preserver and attempting to reach him with a kayak, but he did not respond and was overpowered by the crocodile.
- Witnesses described the crocodile as very large, with a head as long as a person's torso and a thick tail, highlighting the severity of the attack.
- Authorities and the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort have been contacted for further information regarding the incident.
