# Dartmouth murder investigation and charges

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dartmouth-murder-investigation-and-charges
> Updated: 2026-10-12T16:01:03.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Following a serious disturbance on October 6 in Dartmouth, Devon, Luke Rigby has been charged with the murder of 46-year-old Rebecca Grass. The incident reportedly took place at St Barnabas Church, a former church repurposed for community housing where Rigby resided.

In addition to the murder charge, Rigby faces multiple other offences, including causing grievous bodily harm with intent, assault, and a racially aggravated public order offence. He is also charged with assaulting a police officer at the Torquay Custody Centre. 

Rigby appeared at Plymouth Crown Court via video link from Exeter Prison on October 12 and has been remanded in custody. The case has been adjourned until November 12 for a plea and trial preparation hearing.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: Luke Rigby charged with murder in Dartmouth

Luke Rigby appeared at Plymouth Crown Court charged with the murder of Rebecca Grass in Dartmouth, alongside multiple assault and public disorder charges.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/luke-rigby-charged-with-murder-in-dartmouth

### 2026-10-09: Dartmouth murder case: Luke Rigby charged in death of Rebecca Grass

Luke Rigby, 38, has been charged with the murder of Rebecca Grass and five other offences following a fatal disturbance in Dartmouth, Devon.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dartmouth-murder-case-luke-rigby-charged-in-death-of-rebecca-grass

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