A University of Alabama student from the Chicago suburbs has been reported missing in Barcelona, Spain.

James Paul “Jimmy” Gracey, a 20-year-old junior at UA, was last seen in the early morning hours of Tuesday, March 17, outside the Shôko nightclub on Barcelona’s popular Barceloneta Beach — and has not been heard from since.

Gracey is a UA junior, a member of the Theta Chi fraternity, who stands 6’1″ at roughly 175 lbs.

His family describes him as a responsible and devoted son and brother, and says the disappearance is completely out of character.

Spanish police have opened a formal investigation, and early indications suggest foul play may be involved.

“Our family is deeply concerned about James “Jimmy” Gracey, who has been missing in Barcelona since the early morning hours of March 17,” the family said in a statement on Tuesday.

“Jimmy is a 20-year-old University of Alabama student visiting friends abroad during spring break. He was last seen around 3:00 AM CET at the Shoko nightclub in the Port Olímpic area. He was wearing a white T-shirt, dark pants (likely joggers), and a gold chain with a rhinestone cross.

He is approximately 6’1” and 175 pounds. We are asking anyone who may have seen Jimmy or has any information—no matter how small—to please contact 224.505.3886. Jimmy is a kind, responsible, and devoted son and brother.

It is completely out of character for him not to check in with family and friends. We are working closely with local authorities and are incredibly grateful for the support we have received.

We ask that you keep Jimmy in your thoughts as we continue to do everything we can to bring him home safely. Thank you.”

A Barcelona reporter told WIAT that police reviewed CCTV footage and saw Gracey leave the club with another person, which has led investigators to suspect foul play.

If you have information, call 224-505-3886

Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.