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Arrest made after body found in Plymouth waters

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Teenager questioned on suspicion of murder

A 19-year-old is in custody on suspicion of murder after a body was found in Millbay Marina yesterday afternoon.

Drew Perham, 24, was reported missing on Saturday (24 January) after he did not return from a night out in Plymouth.

Formal identification is yet to take place, but Mr Perham's family has been informed about the developments. 

Detective Superintendent James Dowler said the investigation is "fast-paced and is asking people not to speculate about the case online."

Officers are specifically appealing for witnesses who may have been in area between 1 am and 4 am on the early hours of Saturday.

An increased police presence will be in place in the Millbay area over the coming days.

Information can be reported to the police by calling 101 or via their website, quoting reference 50260019981.

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