James Paul Gracey, a 20-year-old University of Alabama student, was found dead off Somorrostro Beach in Barcelona after being reported missing following a night out at Shoko Nightclub. Spanish police believe his death was accidental, with no signs of foul play, and an autopsy is planned to determine the exact cause. Friends, family, and the university have expressed deep sorrow, remembering Gracey as a beloved son and student who was visiting Barcelona during spring break.
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University of Alabama Student James Paul Gracey Reported Missing After Night Out at Barcelona Beachfront Nightclub
By News Masher on March 18, 2026
James Paul Gracey, a 20-year-old University of Alabama student from Elmhurst, Illinois, has been reported missing in Barcelona after last being seen at a beachfront nightclub near Barceloneta Beach. Authorities and his family, who have recovered his phone but remain deeply concerned, are investigating the unusual circumstances surrounding his disappearance and have appealed to the public for information. The University of Alabama, Gracey’s former high school, and the U.S. State Department have expressed support and offered assistance as the search continues.

