Murder Investigation After Drew Perham's Body Found in Plymouth Marina

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Layton Randle, 19, denied the murder of Drew Perham, whose body was found in Millbay Marina, Plymouth, on March 6, 2026. As of March 6, 2026, Randle remains in custody, and a trial is scheduled for August 10, 2026. Perham's cause of death was drowning, and two additional teenagers, aged 17 and 18, were arrested on February 18, 2026, on suspicion of murder, assisting an offender, and supplying Class C drugs, and have been released on bail until May. Three other 19-year-old men previously arrested also remain on police bail in connection with the investigation.

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March 2026 — 1 developments

  1. Layton Randle, 19, has denied the murder of Drew Perham, whose body was found in Millbay Marina.

    Layton Randle, 19, has denied the murder of Drew Perham, whose body was found in Millbay Marina. Randle, of Oakfield Terrace Road in Plymouth, was remanded into custody, and a trial has been scheduled to begin on August 10, 2026. This follows the arrest of a second and third teenager in connection with the investigation.

February 2026 — 2 developments

  1. Two more arrests have been made in the murder investigation of Drew Perham.

    Two more arrests have been made in the murder investigation of Drew Perham. A 17-year-old and an 18-year-old were arrested on suspicion of murder, assisting an offender, and supplying Class C drugs. They have been released on bail until May, while three 19-year-old men previously arrested remain on police bail.

  2. The cause of death for Drew Perham has been revealed as drowning during the opening of an inquest into his death.

    The cause of death for Drew Perham has been revealed as drowning during the opening of an inquest into his death. Perham was reported missing after a night out, and his body was subsequently found in Millbay Marina. Layton Randle has been charged with his murder.

January 2026 — 21 developments

  1. During Layton Randle's appearance at Plymouth Crown Court, a judge issued a warning against public speculation on social media regarding Drew Perham's death.

    During Layton Randle's appearance at Plymouth Crown Court, a judge issued a warning against public speculation on social media regarding Drew Perham's death. Randle had been charged with Perham's murder.

  2. Two 19-year-old men previously arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with Drew Perham's death have been released.

    Two 19-year-old men previously arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with Drew Perham's death have been released.

  3. Devon & Cornwall Police announced a fourth arrest in the murder investigation of Drew Perham, with a…

    Devon & Cornwall Police announced a fourth arrest in the murder investigation of Drew Perham, with a 19-year-old Plymouth man taken into custody on suspicion of murder on January 28.

  4. New details emerged that Drew Perham was 24 years old, and he was last seen leaving 'The Depo' in the early hours of January 24 before his body was found.

    New details emerged that Drew Perham was 24 years old, and he was last seen leaving 'The Depo' in the early hours of January 24 before his body was found.

  5. A fundraiser has been initiated to cover the funeral costs for Drew Perham, whose body was found in Millbay Marina.

    A fundraiser has been initiated to cover the funeral costs for Drew Perham, whose body was found in Millbay Marina.

  6. The third 19-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with Drew Perham's death reportedly handed himself in at Charles Cross police station.

    The third 19-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with Drew Perham's death reportedly handed himself in at Charles Cross police station.

  7. Layton Randle, charged with murder, is described as having no fixed abode, and the alleged murder occurred on Saturday, January 24.

    Layton Randle, charged with murder, is described as having no fixed abode, and the alleged murder occurred on Saturday, January 24. Drew Perham was reported missing on Saturday after failing to return home from a Friday night out, and his body was found on Sunday.

  8. Layton Randle, 19, has been charged with the murder of Drew Perham and is scheduled to appear before Plymouth Magistrates' Court.

    Layton Randle, 19, has been charged with the murder of Drew Perham and is scheduled to appear before Plymouth Magistrates' Court. This marks a significant legal progression in the investigation.

  9. A third 19-year-old man from Plymouth has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with Drew Perham's death, bringing the total number of arrests to three.

    A third 19-year-old man from Plymouth has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with Drew Perham's death, bringing the total number of arrests to three.

  10. Drew Perham's body was discovered in Millbay Marina on January 25, 2026, a day after he was reported missing.

    Drew Perham's body was discovered in Millbay Marina on January 25, 2026, a day after he was reported missing. Police arrested a 19-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder on January 25, followed by a third and fourth arrest of 19-year-old men on suspicion of murder on January 27 and 28, respectively. Two other 19-year-old men previously arrested have been released on bail.

  11. The victim, Drew Perham, was 24 years old and was last seen leaving a venue on Union Street before his body was found.

    The victim, Drew Perham, was 24 years old and was last seen leaving a venue on Union Street before his body was found. The two 19-year-old suspects arrested are from Plymouth and Exmouth, respectively.

  12. A second 19-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder investigation into the death of Drew Perham, whose body was found in Millbay Marina.

    A second 19-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder investigation into the death of Drew Perham, whose body was found in Millbay Marina. This brings the total number of suspects arrested on suspicion of murder to two.

  13. Formal identification of the body is still pending as police work to establish the full circumstances of Drew Perham's death.

    Formal identification of the body is still pending as police work to establish the full circumstances of Drew Perham's death.

  15. Detective Superintendent James Dowler confirmed a fast-paced investigation and a significant police …

    Detective Superintendent James Dowler confirmed a fast-paced investigation and a significant police presence in the Millbay area, appealing for public information, particularly from those in the area between 1 am and 4 am on Saturday, January 24th.

  16. The 19-year-old suspect was subsequently re-arrested on suspicion of murder as the investigation progressed.

    The 19-year-old suspect was subsequently re-arrested on suspicion of murder as the investigation progressed.

  17. A 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with the case.

    A 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with the case.

  18. Drew Perham's family was informed of the discovery, and they released a statement expressing their profound grief.

    Drew Perham's family was informed of the discovery, and they released a statement expressing their profound grief.

  19. A body, believed to be Drew Perham, was discovered in the water near Millbay Marina during a police search.

    A body, believed to be Drew Perham, was discovered in the water near Millbay Marina during a police search.

  20. Drew Perham was reported missing to Devon and Cornwall Police, leading to initial searches and a scene guard being established on Soap Street, near Millbay Marina.

    Drew Perham was reported missing to Devon and Cornwall Police, leading to initial searches and a scene guard being established on Soap Street, near Millbay Marina.