Disappearance of Levi Davis (England/US)
A UK investigation into a drug rape report made by Levi Davis days before his disappearance in Barcelona was closed on 2026-07-02 due to insufficient evidence, adding to concerns about the handling of his case. As of 2026-07-02, a separate investigation highlights alleged police failings in both the UK and Spain, while Davis's family alleges an investigator has withheld a crucial phone. An independent investigation revealed 38 contacts were deleted from his Instagram account after he went missing, and his mother, Julie Davis, believes he was drug raped. The Spanish police case was reopened on 2025-03-31 following the family's private investigation, after Davis had claimed his life was in danger from a sextortion gang.
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July 2026 — 1 developments
UK Investigation into Levi Davis's Rape Claims Closed Amid Police Failings Allegations
A UK investigation into a drug rape report made by Levi Davis days before his disappearance in Barcelona has been closed due to insufficient evidence. This closure adds to concerns about the handling of his case, with a separate investigation highlighting alleged police failings in both the UK and Spain. Davis had claimed his life was in danger due to a sextortion gang.
March 2026 — 1 developments
Levi Davis Investigation: 38 Instagram Contacts Deleted After Disappearance
An independent investigation into Levi Davis's disappearance revealed that 38 contacts were deleted from his Instagram account after he went missing. This detail is considered vital by the private detective leading the case. The development follows calls for an international review of Spanish police failings.
January 2026 — 1 developments
Levi Davis's Family Alleges Investigator Withheld Crucial Phone in Disappearance Case
Levi Davis's family alleges that an investigator has withheld a crucial phone that they believe contains vital information about his disappearance. They are calling for the phone to be released as it could hold the truth.
April 2025 — 1 developments
Levi's mother states son was drug raped, assaulted, and is missing
Levi's mother, Julie Davis, stated she believes her son was drug raped and is missing, and that police have not been helpful. She also revealed Levi was assaulted and the incident recorded, leading to him uploading a video expressing fear for his life.
March 2025 — 1 developments
Spanish Police Reopen Levi Davis Disappearance Case After Family's Private Probe
The Spanish police case regarding Levi Davis's disappearance, which had previously been shelved, has been reopened following the family's private investigation. Davis had claimed on Instagram that his life was being threatened by a sextortion gang before he vanished.
January 2025 — 4 developments
Levi Davis allegedly groomed for nude 'casting' by TV industry figure
New evidence suggests that Levi Davis was groomed for a nude "casting" by a leading television industry figure who he later alleged was part of a plot to sexually blackmail him.
Mike Guida possesses unreleased Levi Davis documents relevant to disappearance
A report suggests that Levi Davis's friend, Mike Guida, possesses unreleased documents left by Davis that could be relevant to his disappearance.
Byline Times questions Levi Davis disappearance investigation, swimming theory
Byline Times published Part Two of a five-part special investigation into Levi Davis' disappearance, suggesting he could not have swum to the location where a man was seen in the water and questioning the police investigation.
UK minister calls for international review into Levi Davis disappearance
UK police are facing calls from a government minister for a full international review into the disappearance of Levi Davis.
November 2024 — 2 developments
Journalists provide new evidence to police in Levi Davis disappearance case
Investigative journalists are providing new evidence to police concerning the two-year-old disappearance of Levi Davis in Barcelona. Authorities are being urged to review this fresh information, which could potentially shed light on the mystery surrounding his whereabouts.
Detectives close Levi Davis case as drowning, mother calls for review, journalists provide new evidence
Local detectives officially closed Levi Davis's case, suggesting he drowned, leading his mother to feel abandoned by Spanish police and call for a review. Additionally, investigative journalists are now providing police with new evidence suggesting Davis was being blackmailed.
October 2024 — 9 developments
Levi Davis's mother criticizes Spanish police over handling of son's disappearance
Levi Davis's mother feels abandoned by Spanish police two years after his disappearance, believing he was a victim of crime. An independent investigation by Byline Times suggests a blackmail plot and highlights shortcomings in the initial police search, including a failure to investigate potential contacts on dating apps and a lack of CCTV footage. The case, which was officially closed by Spanish police suggesting he drowned, has been reopened following family and private investigations.
Levi Davis's Mother Urges Police to Review New Evidence in Disappearance Case
Levi Davis's mother is urging police to review new evidence in the case of her son's disappearance, comparing the efforts to those for other high-profile missing persons. An independent investigation by Byline Times has highlighted alleged shortcomings in the initial police search and supports claims that Davis was groomed for a nude casting and potentially involved in a blackmail plot before he vanished in Barcelona on October 29, 2022. The case, which was previously inactive, is being re-examined following these new allegations.
Levi Davis Reportedly Sexually Abused and Blackmailed Before Disappearance
New evidence suggests Levi Davis was being sexually abused and blackmailed before his disappearance. He was last seen on October 29, 2022, outside the Old Irish Pub in Barcelona, Spain, after departing from Ibiza.
Levi Davis' mother feels 'abandoned' by Spanish police, believes son is 'victim of crime'
On the two-year anniversary of his disappearance, Levi Davis' mother, Julie Davis, stated she felt 'abandoned' by Spanish police and believed her son was a 'victim of crime.' Safeguarding minister Jess Phillips echoed calls for a 'joined up' police review of the new evidence.
Levi Davis's Mother Calls for Police Review of New Evidence in Son's Case
Julie Davis, Levi Davis's mother, is calling on police to review new evidence in her son's case and is requesting the same attention given to the Jay Slater and Madeleine McCann cases.
Jess Phillips calls for police review of new evidence in Davis disappearance
On the two-year anniversary of his disappearance, fresh allegations emerged from journalists at Byline Times about a blackmail plot against Davis, leading to calls for a 'joined up' police review of new evidence by Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips.
Byline Times investigation uncovers flawed police report, blackmail, alleged rape, and online grooming
A 14-month investigation by Byline Times uncovered new information, including an analysis of a 'heavily flawed' police report, witness evidence regarding blackmail and alleged rape, and digital proof of online grooming.
Spanish Police Confirm No New Leads in Davis Missing Persons Case
Spanish police confirmed there were no new leads in Davis' missing persons case, almost two years after his disappearance. The court investigation remained suspended.
Spanish Police Refuse New Appeal for Levi Davis Two Years After Disappearance
Spanish police are reportedly refusing to launch a new appeal for information regarding Levi Davis's disappearance, two years after he went missing.
October 2023 — 1 developments
Mossos d'Esquadra Inactivate Davis Disappearance Investigation
The official police investigation by the Mossos d'Esquadra (Barcelona's autonomous police force) into Davis' disappearance became inactive, pending new evidence.
February 2023 — 2 developments
Private Detective Identifies Main Suspect in Levi Davis Disappearance
A private detective claimed to have identified a main suspect in the disappearance of Levi Davis. The case was reportedly handed over to a specialist crime unit in Spain due to "disturbing" issues.
UK Police Refuse WhatsApp Messages Related to Davis Disappearance and Blackmail Plot
WhatsApp messages, believed to be relevant to Davis's disappearance and an alleged blackmail plot, were offered to UK police by one of his former professional advisors but were refused as it was not 'in their area'.
November 2022 — 2 developments
Catalan police search for Levi Davis before official missing person's report
Catalan police launched a search for Levi Davis, prior to receiving an official missing person's report.
Levi Davis' passport found at Barcelona port
Levi Davis' passport was located at the port in Barcelona.
October 2022 — 2 developments
MSC Bellissima staff report man shouting for help near Barcelona, suspected to be Levi Davis
Four staff members on the MSC Bellissima cruise ship reported seeing a man in the water, a nautical mile from Barcelona's port entrance, shouting for help in English. A life jacket was thrown, and emergency services searched the area but found no trace. This sighting is suspected to be Levi Davis.
Levi Davis last seen leaving Barcelona pub at 10 PM
Levi Davis was last seen leaving The Old Irish Pub in Barcelona, Spain, at approximately 10 PM. He had arrived in Barcelona by ferry from Ibiza earlier that day.