A University of Alabama student from Elmhurst, Illinois, has been reported missing during a trip to Barcelona, Spain, prompting concern from family members who describe the disappearance as unusual.

The student, who is from the Chicago suburbs, was traveling in Barcelona when he was reported missing to authorities. Details about when he was last seen or the circumstances of his disappearance have not been publicly released.

Family members told CBS News that the student's disappearance is "completely out of character," suggesting this type of behavior would be unexpected for him. The family has expressed they are desperate for help in locating the missing student.

The case appears to involve coordination between local Spanish authorities and the student's family in the United States. No additional details about the timeline of events or search efforts have been made available.

The University of Alabama and local authorities have not yet released an official statement regarding the missing student case.