Horrifying moment killer crocodile drags dead swimmer’s body back to its sewer lair in city park pond

THIS is the horrifying moment a killer crocodile dragged a dead swimmer’s body back to its sewer lair. The fearsome reptile kept its victim firmly clamped between its jaws while wading through Carpenters Lagoon in Tampico, Mexico. CENShocking footage captured the moment the croc dragged the lifeless body into its underground lair[/caption] CENThe predator kept its victim firmly between its jaws in the city park in Tampico, Mexico[/caption] Crowds had gathered on Thursday to observe the turtles at the recreation spot before the fun-filled spectacle turned sinister. According to police, the man had taken a dip in the croc-infested waters of Laguna del Carpintero after ignoring repeated warnings. He inevitably ran into one of the ferocious beasts and was fatally attacked – but the reptile wasn’t done with him yet. Terrified onlookers were watching the creatures from an observation platform when they spotted the crocodile had secured a snack. READ MORE ON ANIMAL ATTACKS FLIPPING OUT Most savage dolphin attacks as they maul kids & try to have sex with trainers AQUARIUM PANIC Terrifying moment dolphin attacks trainer in front of families at Miami park They quickly realised the ruthless reptile had the lifeless body of the swimmer tucked between its jaws. Footage shows the animal then dragging the ill-fated man to its underground sewer den in the city park pond. Cops were called to the incident on August 18, who confirmed the croc had stashed the gnawed corpse in its chilling lair. They revealed it had been partially eaten by the animal before they were able to recover it. Most read in The Sun WHEELY NICE Love Island's Gemma Owen shows off dad Michael’s insane £290k car collection DUST OFF THE BBQ Exact date Bank Holiday heatwave set to start after wet and windy weekend BRAKING HABITS Major change could see parents not having to do the school run any more COUNTING THE PEONIES Queen's granddaughter earning £6.83 an hour working at garden centre 'THAT'S GOT ME!' This Morning's Rochelle Humes breaks down after emotional interview FRIGHT THEM ON THE BEACHES Warning after shark spotted near popular UK beach Police said the body was of a man of approximately 30 years old. His identity has not yet been confirmed. The crocodile was later captured, although it is not clear what further action authorities have taken. The park, known as Carpenters Lagoon, is located in the heart of the city and is surrounded by mangrove swamps. The waters have a rich variety of both animal and plant life – as well as being the home of many Mexican crocodiles. The lagoon is a hotspot for reptile attacks, despite numerous warning signs highlighting the danger being installed. A woman was killed at Carpenters Lagoon in June while she was reportedly washing clothes by the shore. Another man also fell victim to the predators in October 2020, after being chased by a croc and dragged underwater. The latest incident comes just two weeks after an eight-year-old girl was attacked by a crocodile in Ciudad Madero, before her heroic dad fought off the beast. Read More on The Sun BRAKING HABITS Major change could see parents not having to do the school run any more FRESH PRICE Shoppers go wild over 99p Home Bargains buy which normally costs £60 Fernando Martinez Desiderio bravely dived into the water to rescue the youngster. Despite her extensive injuries, the eight-year-old is expected to make a full recovery. The man, believed to be in his 30s, is said to have ignored warnings about the presence of crocodiles in the waterCEN CENPolice found the corpse had been partially eaten by the crocodile in its den[/caption]