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17-year-old boy on spring break falls to his death from Florida condo balcony, deputies say

Authorities believe alcohol is a factor in teen’s death

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DESTIN, Fla. – A 17-year-old boy died Tuesday after falling from the fourth floor balcony of a condo in Destin, according to sheriff’s officials.

The teen’s body was found outside the building by someone staying at a nearby condo, according to the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office.

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The 17-year-old was from Grand Rapids, Michigan.

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Deputies described the investigation as a “tragic Spring Break death.”

Officials said alcohol is believed to be a factor in the boy’s death.

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