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Crocodile attacks, kills 28-year-old at popular Mexico beach and drags him out to sea, reports say
By Amanda Alvarado at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico (Gray News) — A man was killed after a crocodile attacked and dragged him out to sea in Puerto Vallarta, according to authorities in the Mexican state of Jalisco.The 28-year-old Mexican man was on the beach in front of Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa when he was al...
Key takeaway The 28-year-old Mexican man was on the beach in front of Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa when he was allegedly attacked about 6 p.
Why this matters in The Midland
For Midland residents who frequently travel to Mexico for leisure, the recent crocodile attack in Puerto Vallarta serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers that exist in popular tourist destinations. Many locals from the Permian Basin area visit Mexican beaches, and this incident may prompt them to exercise increased caution when engaging in water activities. The fact that the attack occurred in front of a well-known resort like the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa, a place that some Midland travelers may have visited or plan to visit, adds to the concern. As news of this incident spreads, Midland travel agencies and tour operators may need to reassess the safety protocols they have in place for clients traveling to Mexico, particularly in areas known to have crocodile populations. This could lead to changes in how local travel companies promote and prepare their clients for trips to Mexico.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico (Gray News) — A man was killed after a crocodile attacked and dragged him out to sea in Puerto Vallarta, according to authorities in the Mexican state of Jalisco.The 28-year-old Mexican man was on the beach in front of Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa when he was al...
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