Charlie Bull, 12, had a nightmare while vacationing with his mother and brother at Club Med in Cancun.

Charlie and another teenager went on vacation to play on the terrace while their mom sat in a nearby restaurant. Suddenly, a 13-foot-tall crocodile jumped out of the water and grabbed Charlie by the legs.

The frightened hotel staff helped him and punched Crocodile in the face to free Charlie. He nearly lost his leg, but after four weeks in the hospital, doctors were able to save him.