Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa

An Orange County couple vacationing at a resort in Puerto Vallarta witnessed a crocodile attack that resulted in the death of a Mexican tourist. The incident occurred on June 26 at Marina Vallarta Beach near the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa, according to Jalisco state police and media reports.

A 28-year-old Mexico City man was killed by a crocodile on Marina Vallarta beach near the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort on June 26, 2026. His body was recovered 300 meters offshore after an overnight search, prompting increased coastal surveillance and safety measures in Jalisco.

A 28-year-old Mexican man was killed after being attacked by a crocodile at a beach in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The incident occurred near the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa, and the man's body was recovered by the Mexican Navy. Authorities described the event as 'highly regrettable and unusual and isolated.'

A 28-year-old Mexican man was killed after a crocodile attacked him at a beach in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and dragged him out to sea. The man's body was recovered by the Mexican Navy, and the crocodile was captured nearby. Witnesses attempted to assist but reported a lack of available equipment at the scene.

A 28-year-old Mexican man was killed after being attacked by a crocodile at a beach in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, near the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa. The crocodile dragged him out to sea, and his body was recovered by the Mexican Navy the following day. The resort stated safety measures like signage and red flags were in place.