The family of a British teenager who died in Greece has mourned the loss of their "deeply loved son." The 17-year-old reportedly fell from a hotel balcony in the Athens suburb of Chalandri early on July 3.
He was transported to Red Cross Hospital in Athens in critical condition following the incident, according to Greek media. In a statement released on Friday through the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, the boy's parents expressed the profound shock and heartbreak they are experiencing.
"It is not possible to put into words the shock and heartbreak we feel from the sudden loss of our beloved child," the parents stated. "He was a deeply loved son, an exceptional guitarist and a friend to so many. Full of laughter, he was someone who brought joy wherever he went. He will be missed beyond words."
The family added that there is now a void that "can never be filled by anyone else" and that his "warmth, his spirit, and the happiness he brought to others will never be forgotten." They also extended their gratitude for the support offered during this "incredibly difficult time."
Parents also advised other travelers to obtain a Global Health Insurance Card, which can facilitate access to state healthcare for UK citizens visiting countries participating in the scheme. The identity of the teenager has not been released, and a police investigation into the circumstances of the fall is ongoing.