British Woman Punches Crocodile to Save Twin Sister’s Life

A British woman has recounted the harrowing incident in which she bravely rescued her sister from a crocodile attack.

Georgia Laurie, 31, demonstrated immense courage by repeatedly striking the reptile in the face when it targeted her twin sister, Melissa, during a swim in a lagoon in Puerto Escondido, Mexico.

Georgia’s heroic actions have not gone unnoticed, as she is set to receive the prestigious King’s Gallantry Medal from King Charles in recognition of her bravery. Reflecting on the experience, Georgia expressed gratitude for the silver lining that emerged from the traumatic ordeal, acknowledging its positive impact on her entire family.

Furthermore, Georgia emphasized Melissa’s unwavering bravery throughout the incident, crediting her sister’s strength as the driving force behind her own determination to fight back. Recalling the terrifying encounter, Melissa vividly described the moment of realization when she spotted the crocodile’s presence and the ensuing panic.

The crocodile mercilessly attacked the sisters, inflicting severe wounds on Melissa as it repeatedly dragged her underwater. However, Georgia’s extraordinary resilience and courage prevailed as she relentlessly fought back, freeing her sister from the predator’s grip.

Melissa, overwhelmed with fear during the ordeal, shared her thoughts of despair, fearing she would never see her family or twin sister again. Her initial concern even extended to the logistics of repatriating her body to the UK. However, thanks to Georgia’s heroic intervention, Melissa’s life was saved, and the sisters emerged from the traumatic experience with an unbreakable bond.

The crocodile swam away but returned moments later to attack Melissa again, this time grabbing her left foot and biting her upper thigh and bottom. Georgia fought back each time by punching the animal with all her might.

Despite feeling exhausted, Georgia continued to punch the crocodile relentlessly.

‘It felt like the attack lasted forever. I was afraid it would return, and we would both perish.’

After some time, the crocodile retreated, and the girls were rescued by a boat. Melissa was covered in blood and vomiting a mixture of blood and dirty water.

Due to her injuries, Melissa developed sepsis and had to be placed in a medically induced coma for recovery.

Woman who saved twin sister from crocodile attack awarded bravery honours by the King

Georgia reflected on the incident: ‘The further it gets, the less accurate it feels.

‘But then something like this happens, and it all comes back, reminding me that it did happen; It’s an unbelievable story.

‘When you think about it, it sounds like a horror movie, but it’s a part of our lives.’

In addition to the prestigious award, police officer Zach Printer is also being honoured for his courageous actions when he confronted gunman Jake Davison unarmed on 12 August 2021 in Keyham, Plymouth.

Davison tragically killed his mother, Maxine, 51, and then proceeded to shoot three-year-old Sophie Martyn, her father, Lee, 43, Stephen Washington, 59, and Kate Shepherd, 66, in a horrific mass shooting.

PC Printer was assisting Mrs Shepherd when he noticed Davison with a firearm.

He immediately ran towards the 22-year-old, instructing him to stop in an attempt to de-escalate the situation. Davison then took his own life.

The officer was commended for his selfless and courageous actions in confronting Davison.