Tourist dies in horror hot tub malfunction at Mexican resort

Horrific video shows the aftermath of an electrocution incident that took place in a hot tub a private Mexican resort.

An American tourist was electrocuted and his wife badly injured after being shocked while in a hot tub.

Footage showed concerned guests gathering around the tub at a private Mexican resort after the horrific incident.

Authorities confirmed a 43-year-old man, identified as Jorge Guillen, of El Paso, Texas, had died.

The incident took place at Sandy Beach at the private Sonoran Sea Resort.

The aftermath was captured on CCTV.

His wife, named as Lizzette Zambrano, 35, suffered life-threatening injuries at the Sonoran Sea Resort in Puerto Peñasco and was rushed to hospital.

She’s suffering from severe burns injuries that are consistent with electric shock, according to KTSM.

She has since been transferred to the United States and is in a critical condition.

It’s understood a failure in the wiring of the jacuzzi is being blamed for causing the incident, which took place about 8pm on Tuesday June 11.

Jorge Guillen and Lizzette Zambrano.

The American tourist died after being being electrocuted in hot tub at a Mexican resort.

A witness reportedly noticed the couple were in the hot tub and not moving.

When the witness tried to enter the jacuzzi, she was also shocked, and then raised the alarm.

Video showed a large crowd gathered around the pool after the incident.

A GoFundMe for the couple has raised $US36,691.

“Our best friends have experienced a horrible accident. Jorge had a heart of gold and was always there for family and friends,” the organiser wrote.

“The love they shared was one for ages. We are asking for your help to bring him home & help with medical expenses for her.

“As Lizzette is in the hospital her mother Maria has remained strong and has been helping during this difficult time. Maria will continue to support Lizzette to make sure she receives all donations. We are beyond thankful for the love and support that our friends have received.”

Mr Guillen had been studying refrigeration at Western Technical College in El Paso and was set to graduate on June 14.

He had previously been working at Otero County Processing Center.

Zambrano was previously employed as a teacher at East Point Elementary School.

The Puerto Peñasco region is dotted with resorts and boasts a number of beaches including the popular Sandy Beach.