Puerto Vallarta News

Puerto Vallarta News

“It was fight or flight”: Young British tourist speaks about being attacked by crocodile in Mexico

Georgia Laurie had to decide in seconds between saving her life or fighting for her twin sister, who was in the jaws of a crocodile. Now she reflects on what happened in the Manialtepec lagoon in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca.

Melissa, Georgia's sister, is recovering at a local hospital, as she was seriously injured during the event. Outside the hospital, Georgia gave her first statements.

"It was fight or flight and you fight for the ones you love," said the 28-year-old Englishwoman who is . . .

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