Police in Spain say the death of 20-year-old James Gracey resulted from an accidental drowning after he fell into the ocean near Somorrostro beach in Barcelona.
As CrimeOnline previously reported, Mossos d’Esquadra authorities found the University of Alabama student’s body on Thursday.
The discovery happened after Gracey, of Elmhurst, Illinois, vanished March 17 after going to the Shôko beachfront restaurant and nightclub with friends, in Barcelona’s Port Olímpic area.
La VanGuardia reports that Catalan police located his body “four meters in the waters of Barcelona’s Port Olímpic.” A video obtained by law enforcement showed Gracey walking alone, headed toward a dock area before falling into the water.
On Friday, officials stated that an autopsy did not show any signs of foul play.
“Everything points to an accidental death, although we are not disclosing details regarding how the events unfolded,” a Mossos d’Esquadra spokesperson told Fox News Digital.
On Thursday, police found Gracey’s wallet floating in water near Somorrostro Beach. The discovery happened after aquatic and drone searches began searching the area.
Police also arrested someone who had Gracey’s phone, but no additional information has been released.
Gracey had been on a personal spring break trip to the country to visit friends who study abroad. According to CNN, Gracey’s flight back home was scheduled for Saturday.
“Our family is heartbroken as we confirm that Jimmy’s body has been recovered in Barcelona,” a family statement read.
“Jimmy was a deeply loved son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend, and our family is struggling to come to terms with this unimaginable loss.”
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[Feature Photo: Family Handout]