A 17-year-old British teenager remains in critical condition after falling from a first-floor hotel balcony in Greece early Sunday morning. The incident occurred around 5 a.m. local time, according to authorities in Athens, who have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fall.

The teenager was immediately hospitalized and placed on life support. Sources close to the case described the situation as "touch and go," with family and friends hoping for his recovery.

Greek police have detained a local shop owner on suspicion of illegally selling alcohol to the underage visitor. Investigators are examining whether alcohol consumption played a role in the accident.

Officials have not yet released additional details about the teenager’s identity or the precise circumstances leading to the fall. The case remains under active investigation as authorities seek to determine the full sequence of events.