The family of a college student from Illinois whose body was found on a beach in Spain during a spring break trip has released a statement. The family of James “Jimmy” Gracey confirmed that the body of the 20-year-old from the western Chicago suburb of Elmhurst was recovered in Barcelona Thursday.

The family of Jimmy Gracey, 20, said they are "so grateful for the kindness and concern that has been shown ... during this incredibly difficult time."

Police in Barcelona said the death of Jimmy Gracey, a University of Alabama student from Illinois who went missing on vacation, was likely an accident.

Spanish police say Jimmy Gracey, a 20-year-old University of Alabama student, died accidentally in Barcelona after vanishing near Shoko nightclub.