Bournemouth beach stabbing suspect is being named as he faces murder charges

The main suspect in the horrific double stabbing on Bournemouth beach which left one woman dead and another seriously injured has been named after being charged with murder.

Personal trainer Amie Gray, 34, was pronounced dead at the scene after police were called to Durley Chine Beach at around 11.45pm on May 24.

A second woman, aged 38, was taken to hospital and has since been released.

Now suspect Nasen Saadi, 20, from Croydon, south London, has been charged with murder and attempted murder.

The beach is one of the most popular in Bournemouth, according to Visit Dorset, and is located west of the town’s pier.

Photos taken after the attack showed hikers huddled on one half of it, while the other was cordoned off during the investigation.

Detective Superintendent Richard Dixey, from the Major Crimes Investigation Team, said: “Our thoughts go out to the family and loved ones of Amie Gray, as well as the woman who was seriously injured and they have been made aware of this latest development our investigation. .

“This matter has been the subject of extensive investigation and we have now consulted with the Crown Prosecution Service, who have authorized charges of murder and attempted murder.

“This means that the case will now be the subject of active legal proceedings and it is vital that the justice system is allowed to take its course.

“It is also important to emphasize that there should be no further comments or sharing of information online or on social media that could prejudice these legal proceedings.”

Mrs Gray’s wife and mother paid emotional tribute to her earlier this week, saying she was a “loving wife and mother” whose “giggle and big smile will be hard to miss”.

Mrs Gray’s wife Sian Gray said: “Words cannot describe the pain we feel. Amie was the most loving wife and mother.

“Her giggle and big smile will be hard to miss. A larger than life character. I will miss you so much my love. To the moon and back, forever and ever.

“Thank you for all the love and support and for respecting our privacy. It’s a difficult time for everyone.

Ms Gray’s mother Sharon Macklin called her daughter “beautiful inside and out”.

She said: “As a family we are devastated to have lost one of the most amazing, funny, kind and energetic souls.

“When Amie walked into a room, she burst into laughter and her presence could not be ignored.

“She was beautiful inside and out and there are no words to express how empty our lives will be without her.

“We will miss her so much and our hearts are forever broken.”

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