Australian Surfers Killed in Mexico

SOURCE www.barrons.com
Australian brothers and their American friend were killed in Mexico while on a surf trip. Their bodies are being transported back home, and their parents urge others to live bigger, shine brighter, and love harder in their memory.

Key Points

  • The trio were victims of a murder-robbery while surfing in Mexico.
  • Their bodies were found in a cliff-top shaft with bullet wounds to the head.
  • Three people have been arrested in connection with their deaths.
  • The bodies are being transported from Mexico to the US for embalmment before going on to Australia.

Pros

  • Increased awareness of safety precautions while traveling abroad.

Cons

  • Tragic loss of life for the three young men.
  • Violence and crime affecting travelers in Mexico.