The incident happened at the Marriott resort in Puerto Vallarta just before midnight when Kiana Hummel and her friend decided to go swimming late. I can't recall if the signs were bilingual or not, but they had large images of a crocodile on them. She gets an insider's tour of the best street food in Puerto Vallarta. Yeah, a not very intelligent girl decided to do a not very sensible thing. "It was really a tug-of-war. There is only one legal recourse and I doubt it will work. Mexican tort law is way less generous than American law, when it comes to compensating injured plaintiffs. Great idk, maybe because %99 of the people staying at the resort are American? I agree with James here that any alleged delay in calling an ambulance is troubling as an artery could have bled out, etc. Im embarrassed for you. Its terrible that it happened but chill a little. Personally I feel like Marriott has some responsibility here both for the lack of proper signage, and for how staff responded. Fortunately there were some brave people who heard screams, and came to the teens rescue. I mean, swimming at midnight is a normal thing? What an idiot! Around 800 miles southeast along the pacific coast of Mexico, a crocodile attacked a 28-year-old British woman in June of last year, who was swimming in the Manialtepec lagoon outside of. So American, we are Americans and therefore the world revolves around us and signs must have neon borders, in bright colored print, in English, with diagrams or we will sue. Really, Marriott?! An 18-year-old said she was dragged into the ocean by a crocodile (not the one pictured) at the hotel's private beach. We all did a mad dive into the lawn to avoid the horse. Just got back from PVR last night. Puerto Vallarta is a resort town on Mexico's Pacific coast, in Jalisco state. Kiana Hummel, who lives in California's Bay Area, said she and a friend decided to go for a late-night swim when the croc jumped out of the water and grabbed her right leg. Do we want to have a sign before every kind of risk in our lives? Watch on. Im less concerned about the responsibility of Marriott in terms of warning about swimming; there are always risks associated with open water swimming. Martinez said the hospital asked them to pay thousands of dollars before receiving any treatment. And why should she be expecting a croc in the ocean? For those who make the argument that a single Spanish-only sign is appropriate, I suggest you go to trip advisor and review the photos of the property. She probably will have some legal recourse against the property, not necessarily for lack of warnings (this would be evaluated) but for the property's failure to provide proper aid in a timely fashion, which could have aggravated her injuries. https://t.co/kWY5S6eOU4 pic.twitter.com/NkIWtQvymo. Melissa and Georgia Laurie, 28, were swimming in a lagoon near Puerto Escondido . Definitely not the hotel's fault. Outside of banner ads published through the Boarding Area network, this compensation does not impact how and where products appear on this site. She. We lived in Puerto Vallarta for a while in the marina area (where the Marriott is located). In fact, human is not on sharks menu except for a few like bull or tiger. By all indications Hummel wasnt doing anything reckless and didnt in any way think she was at risk, or she wouldnt have gone into the ocean. Unlike the JW Marriott Los Cabos, which is not managed by Marriott. Im obviously no lawyer (and the fact that this took place in Mexico with an American hotel group only complicates it further), but I do have a few thoughts: I dont know where exactly fault lies here. Also agree that the fact that this was at night needs to be taken into account and it's the ocean, let's face it. I'm afraid you are just continuing to look foolish. I can see how she may have an issue with the speed and the quality of medical help provided after the incident but that's about it. I can see how she may have an issue with the speed and the quality of medical help provided after the incident but that's about it. Instead she was sitting on sand with a friend hanging out. The reforms would cut spending, First migrant caravan of the year left southern Mexico with a thousand people heading to the US, Puerto Vallarta (PVDN) On Tuesday, February 28, the first migrant caravan of mostly Central Americans left the southern border of Mexico with approximately a thousand people heading to the United States, despite the new immigration restrictions applied in the country. Hummel, a recent Novato High School graduate, described the attack to ABC7 News from her hospital bed at Marin . I rarely expect everything in other non English speaking countries to be written just for me. The "liability/risk management" calculation: attacks are rare (unheard of during the day), signs are posted, if a guest takes a reckless risk, most people will be sympathetic, but won't blame the resort. She. We spoke to both Kiana and a bystander who witnessed the attack. Therefore, crocodiles or no crocodiles I still give Puerto Vallarta and Mexico in general ***** 5 stars and 2 thumbs up! Saw one sunning on the rocks! If a two year old child can get dragged into the water and killed at Walt Disney World in the middle of the day (of all places), then how does a relatively more mature young adult, with the benefits of education and some life experience, consider it any safer to go to the water at night when sharks and crocodilians are most active?! The hotel is certainly at fault for not calling an ambulance in a timely manner. A video was captured by a women walking her dog. T wo U.S. tourists were attacked by a crocodile at a resort in Mexico after going for a late-night swim. I've noticed two safety signs, all of which are written in multiple languages. Yes, she face She probably will have some legal recourse against the property, not necessarily for lack of warnings (this would be evaluated) but for the property's failure to provide proper aid in a timely fashion, which could have aggravated her injuries. Luckily for Marriott, Mexico's tort laws are nothing like America's, so I can't imagine any lawsuit succeeding (nor can I imagine any valid basis to bring in the US instead). A late night swim in the ocean in the dark is extremly careless, most sea animals are active by night. Arrest warrant issued for top NFL Draft prospect Jalen Carter, ABC7 Chicago says farewell Meteorologist Phil Schwarz, $1M winning Powerball ticket sold in Chicago. Whether or not there is an image accompanying the sign also matters. Signs in Spanish (in Mexico!) I believe the Westin and Marriott, which are separated by a few blocks, are both Marriott-managed. It is still and independent country with its own language. However, Marriott spokeswoman Kerstin Sachl, in a statement to ABC7, said: The safety of our guests and associates is our top priority. Theres also an English tourist police number. Who knows if the comments are accurate but some reviews on TripAdvisor provide information. Jimmy Partington at Guadalupe and Rodney Fox in Australia. Marriott and the hotel have absolutely no responsibility here. Instead she was sitting on sand with a friend hanging out. Hotel staff warned guests to avoid the water. The sea is full of animals, some of them beging aggressive, poisonous or dangerous to humans. I cant see how this is Marriotts fault in any way, unless of course, they put the crocodiles in the river ?!?. Colorado tourists are brutally attacked by saltwater crocodile after one of them went swimming in the ocean at $4k-a-night Mexican hotel in popular resort Puerto Vallarta Two tourists from Colorado were bitten by a crocodile at Puerto Vallarta in Mexico after one went for a late-night swim and the other tried to save him, authorities say. It's a tough situation, glad she's ok. Been swimming with them for years. Agree regarding the comment about expecting everything in English. A sign is no different than holding someone accountable for how they used an app because they didn't read the 99 page terms of agreement. I don't. Marriott and the hotel have absolutely no responsibility here. The teen is expected to make a full recovery, though itll be a long journey to get to that point. The criticism of Marriott seems to be (1) the sign and (2) time it took to get an ambulance. It went for my right leg and pulled me under the water and then went for my left leg and pulled me back into the water again," she said. July 28, 2021 1:58 PM ET. A teenager from California was attacked and dragged underwater by the huge animal while vacationing at the resort, ending up in hospital after fighting it off. Please view our advertising policy page for additional details about our partners. They can't control creatures in the ocean. On a relaxing getaway that turned into a nightmare, an 18-year-old girl from California was attacked by a 12-foot-long crocodile while on vacation in Mexico earlier this month. and not closing the beach at night (how would that even work? How about some common sense. Most resorts do post signs about the crocks, but most people ignore them, perhaps thinking it is a joke (?). Pati is in one of Mexico's most popular beach destinations, the beautiful, charming town of Puerto Vallarta. Give it up. While we do try to list all the best miles and points deals, the site does not include all card companies or credit card offers available in the marketplace. Thats the common sense thing to do and while I wouldn't expect a mom & pop hotel to necessarily get that, a hotel of marriott's stature should have protocols in place. Melissa Laurie, 28, was swimming in a lagoon at night with her twin sister Georgia on a beach located about 10 miles from the city of Puerto Escondido, a popular surf resort with British tourists, when the crocodile attacked, grabbing Melissa and dragged her under the water. A teenager swimming in the ocean at midnight?! They also said that the previous night, around 4:30 AM, one of men in their party was chased to the beach stars by a crocodile (it is a narrow beach). For bs like this you have rules for anything in US and the atmosphere is so suffocating. SO CRAZY! Crocks have also been spotted recently in the ocean at Los Muertes beach in old town in broad daylight. Furthermore, a huge number of American tourists travel to PVR, so I can't imagine all of their signage (safety or otherwise) is written in Spanish. Namely, taking a "midnight swin" in tropical waters. The entire Mexican Pacific coast is crocodile habitat, and as tragic as this situation is, nearly all of the blame lies with the victim who foolishly went swimming at midnight in crocodile habitat. 2 Colorado tourists attacked by crocodile in Mexico | 9news.com. As Hummel fought against. You have successfully joined our subscriber list. Given there are fairly decent size signs on the beach, the only complaint she can lodge towards the hotel is delay of calling an ambulance. On a relaxing getaway that turned into a nightmare, an 18-year-old girl from California was attacked by a 12-foot-long crocodile while on vacation in Mexico earlier this month. However there might be a case in regards to the delay in her getting an ambulance. Even if you don't understand Spanish, I feel like the pictures of crocodiles SHOULD seem obvious. If the other party does not warn you many automatically assume they should be responsible for not warning or telling you. Never heard about the existence of crocodiles in Puerto Vallarta! We encourage all guests to be vigilant for their safety.. In a statement, Marriott spokesperson Kerstin Sachl confirmed the crocodile attack and said, "The safety and security of our guests and associates are our top priority, and we can confirm that appropriate signage, as well as night patrolling and red flags were and are properly in place. Kiana Hummel, an 18-year-old who recently graduated from Novato High School in Marin County, was attacked earlier this month by a 12-foot-long crocodile at the Marriott resort in Puerto. July 22, 2022 10:52 AM. Silly to believe Marriott is somehow responsible for a tourist with little common sense. Swimming in the ocean at midnight alone. But in this scenario it's common sense 101 that you DON'T enter unfamiliar waters, alone and especially at at night. The delay in calling an ambulance however is weird. It wasn't letting go," Laney said. Made me laugh how dare in Mexico they dont Have English signs! A summer vacation to Mexico took a terrifying turn for a teen who says she was dragged underwater by a 12-foot-long crocodile outside her Marriott resort. Crocodiles are skilled hunters, and not many live to tell the tale after an attack by a 12 foot crocodile. I think the drawing of the crocodile was also in Spanish. Kiana Hummel was attacked by a crocodile as she and a friend went on a nighttime swim in the ocean while vacationing in Mexico. 911 works in PV and I think Crocodile attack, ambulance, Marriott Marina would cut through the language barrier. I'm going to Marriot Vallarta in some weeks time and it's in the middle of a quite huge city. This is unnerving. The woman's friend,. , Laney said: It was definitely one of the craziest and scariest things Ive ever experienced Honestly, Ill never forget it when the crocodiles head came out above the water. "biting her left angle" Everybody is so afraid of lawsuits that all risk is removed from life. Snakes come out at night as well ! Sad. Anti-Vaxx, Anti-Mask, Night swim where signs have "pictures". I did not see a picture of the crocodile. ", RELATED: Crocodile bites off woman's arm in Africa 5 days before her wedding, "We review our plans and procedures often and work closely with the appropriate authorities on an ongoing basis," she continued. Migrants have only one goal in mind: to reach the United States and fight, The fresh ocean breeze and marijuana are the smells that define Puerto Vallarta. Even if she gets into an American court, it would still apply Mexican tort law, not California law, since the accident occurred there. Hummel wants to major in kinesiology with hopes of becoming an occupational therapist someday, meaning these upcoming weeks in the hospital will amount to a measure of unwanted training. As for (2), I find Marriotts reported hesitancy concerning, but did none of the bystanders have their phones? The criticism of Marriott seems to be (1) the sign and (2) time it took to get an ambulance. Even the local children sometimes swim in the rivers knowing this. Nevada native Kiana Hummel, 18, was swimming just before midnight in the ocean near her Marriot resort in Puerto Vallerta when the attack happened. I have been in Puerto Vallarta before. Up Next in news Mysterious death of Texas firefighter in Mexico July 26, 2021 1/200. A 12-foot crocodile nearly killed a vacationing teacher in Mexico. In case people still doesn't get it, it is dangerous to swim at night, period. She and her friends ran to help. If I ever visit Puerto Vallarta, I People apparently did not play the video. Personally I wouldnt visit that resort now that I know a croc can jump out of ocean any time. They said he took a picture of the crocodile. I laughed, thought it was to scare of boat thief. https://www.google.com/amp/s/abc7news.com/amp/crocodile-attack-puerto-vallarta . A Northern California woman barely escaped with her life after a crocodile bit her leg and wouldn't let go at a Mexican resort, she said Tuesday. The civil defense office in the western state of Jalisco said Wednesday the first American suffered bites to his legs, arm, abdomen, and chest. especially when you are on vacation. The Madness of Crowds. Typical American response - who can I blame and Sue for a complete act of nature. Afraid of sharks? She spoke to a news outlet about what happened and a spokesperson for the resort has come forward with a statement. I expect the callous commenters have done a number of ignorant things where they got lucky and didn't get harmed - but clearly do not engage in self-reflection. Marriott suggests that guests should be vigilant for their safety, though what exactly does that look like when the beach is open at night with no lighting, and a crocodile emerges from the ocean and attacks you. What do you make of this crocodile incident? The company says "appropriate signage" was properly in place. She was going to go for a late night swim (just before midnight), when she was attacked by a 12-foot crocodile. People apparently did not play the video. Anyone should call not just wait for the hotel either. "I don't think I would have gotten out" without them. It's a tragedy but no one is really to blame (except god, who likes to work miracles and challenge us at the same time?). Going into the ocean would always come with a certain risk. 1. It's terrible what happened, but SO NOT on the Marriott. Editorial Disclosure: The editorial content on this page is not provided by any entity mentioned herein. Imagine the trauma her friend has now seeing someone get swallowed up and dragged out to sea by a croc. Its claimed that the hotel staff initially didnt want to call an ambulance. It could go something like this For the medical attention part, I'm giving the benefit of doubt here due to language barrier or Americans being afraid of having no insurance (yes our system is so f***ed you can go bankrupt). Very American to deny any responsibility and to blame the other party. "Obviously a big chunk (of skin) has been taken out. Glad she is ok!! Good luck suing for this in Mexico! Anyone who travels WITHOUT travel insurance do so at their own perils. The smell of the fresh ocean breeze with that hint of salt is one of the most recognizable and enjoyable smells for anyone seeking a beach vacation. So American, we are Americans and therefore the world revolves around us and signs must have neon borders, in bright colored print, in English, with diagrams or we will sue. Crocodile attacked American tourist at the Marriott Puerto Vallarta July 29, 2021 3439 A crocodile attacked a young tourist at the Marriott Puerto Vallarta hotel in Jalisco. No reason why it took 4 hours to get this poor young girl to the hospital!! Sorry if this was already posted I didn't see it. Given this resort is not in US, the best she can do to exact revenge is publicize it on tv (which she is doing) and write a nasty review on TripAdvisor. Jami Tarris/Getty Images. Made me laugh how dare in Mexico they dont Have English signs! Hummel's mother, Ariana Martinez, learned of the attack over Facetime from her home. IMHO signs are plentiful. This comment can only come from an American wherever I go all signs should be in my language. Walking past the signs (that she was too stupid to try and read) and offering herself up as dinner to the crocodiles. Nature is typically always trying to kill you. Reminds me of my visit to the Andaman Islands where there was the possibility of Salties (Saltwater crocodiles -> can grow up to 20 feet, and the salt water makes them super aggressive) in the water, and plenty tourists would still enter the water -> Even when the lifeguards were verbally telling them not to, and there were plenty signs posted, in English, to that effect, Another thing - The sign might be in Spanish, but it has images - and the images are well, not in Spanish. Afraid of sharks? Hummel told ABC7 that they hadnt even entered the water when the crocodile emerged, grabbed her by the right leg, and pushed her into the water. I never thought so weird characters like you could be real. What the heck are you talking about? In June, two British sisters vacationing in Oaxaca were also attacked by a crocodile during a night swim. Chrissie Watkins it toomuch??? We also don't know if the girl did anything to instigate the croc. I fully expect Marriott to address this problem by imposing a "Reptile Protection Fee" on future guests to cover the additional signs and translation costs. I'm in the process of investigating at least one report from another witness that contradicts (apparently) the length of time the ambulance took. But since the sign is in Spanish not French, I'd say it's definitely not Lacoste! I understand the company wants to be careful with how it phrases things for legal reasons, but thats one of the most callous statements Ive ever seen from a company for an incident like this. The only thing I have a problem with, is the claim that the hospital staff did not help her and it took four hours to attend to her injuries which sound like they were pretty severe if she was unable to walk. Hummel said she remained calm even as she got dragged under the water. You NEVER swim in the sea at night. What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway before starting college this fall, turned into a real life nightmare for 18-year-old Kiana Hummel, who was attacke. Never heard about the existence of crocodiles in During that time I have never seen a crocodile in the Bay called Bahia de Banderas. Thank goodness the world is not the USA - sue, sue, sue, or maybe just take responsibility for your own mistakes. The attack happened just before midnight at the Marriott resort in Puerto Vallarta. The condition of a British woman bitten by a crocodile in Mexico has deteriorated after she developed sepsis, her sister says. Instead a Marriott spokesperson released the following statement about the incident: The safety and security of our guests and associates are our top priority, and we can confirm that appropriate signage, as well as night patrolling and red flags were and are properly in place. It is a wonderful bay with gorgeous sandy beaches all around! The group was able to make the alligator drop Hummels leg and return it to safety, KFSN reported. According to a Spanish-language news report, in 2018, another woman was also attacked by a crocodile on that same beach. One man was swimming in the ocean at night at a resort in Puerto . Hummel said she remained calm even as she got dragged under the water. This all depends on whether she can get her case into an American court, which will probably not be that difficult in that Marriott secured her business by advertising in the United States. Comparing air travel, where English is the universal language of ATC and pilots to any other company is just laughable. It is still and independent country with its own language. A California teenage girl was dragged by a crocodile twice while on vacation in Mexico. Following the incident, the hotel allegedly set up chains around the beach at night, so guests are warned of the risks of swimming. How many people have found themselves walking along somewhere at night while on vacation when they would never do the same at home. Patti youre really striking out left and right here. A TEEN is lucky to be alive after she fought off a 12-foot-long crocodile while swimming in Mexico. My Market Kitchen I just went into shock.. Bora bora is more of my speed just black tip sharks that ignores human. A crocodile attacked a young tourist at the Marriott Puerto Vallarta hotel in Jalisco. What a "croc" swimming that late at night. Fortunately there were some brave people who heard screams, and came to the teen's rescue. There are numerous other animals that can be viewed at El Cora sanctuary including a tejon (Mexican raccoon), turtles, parrots . ", "The safety and security of our guests and associates are our top priority, and we can confirm that appropriate signage, as well as night patrolling and red flags were and are properly in place," she said in a statement. Better to blame the others. A California teenager, 18-year-old Kiana Hummel, was involved in an incident during a recent holiday. and then not have emergency procedures in place for your guests. Please stop. Perhaps she should not be hanging out on sand at night but I think most people would not be expecting a croc comes out of sea and drag someone into Pacific Ocean. Well considering every damn thing in the states is also in Spanish, I'd say reciprocal courtesy isn't too far out of the question. I do not know if they notified hotel staff. I had a little watersport business on the beach, renting out Jet skis, peddle boats and windsurfers. Its cobblestone center is home to the ornate Nuestra. I travel internationally quite often. Heres a Good Morning America interview with Hummel: Teen details crocodile attack at Mexico beach resort and how she survived being dragged underwater. The sign may have been mostly in spanish but i bet it had a picture of a crocodile that made it pretty clear. Copyright 2023 KGO-TV. . That was just really bad., Meanwhile, bystander Sarah Laney, who heard Kianas screams, told the outlet: It was most definitely one of the craziest, scariest things Ive ever experienced. She was going towards the water and the crocodile ran ashore and dragged her in. Kiana Hummel was enjoying her. That was really bad. That forced it to finally let go, and Hummel was taken away to safety. Are you trying to say that seeing as she is overweight it's her fault??? 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