British man accused of trying to drown daughter-in-law in US pool

A British man, Mark Gibbon, has been accused of attempting to drown his daughter-in-law during a family vacation in the United States. According to the Florida police, the incident occurred after an argument between Gibbon and his daughter-in-law regarding his grandchildren. The police report states that Gibbon and his daughter-in-law were by a pool when the altercation took place. Gibbon allegedly pushed his daughter-in-law into the pool and held her underwater, attempting to drown her. Bystanders intervened and were able to pull the woman to safety. Gibbon was subsequently arrested and charged with attempted murder. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the authorities have not provided any further details about the nature of the dispute between Gibbon and his daughter-in-law. This incident highlights the potential for family conflicts to escalate into serious violence, even in seemingly idyllic vacation settings. The case is a reminder of the importance of conflict resolution and seeking appropriate support when family tensions arise.