Man arrested on suspicion of murder over Bournemouth beach stabbing

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was stabbed on a beach in Bournemouth, Dorset Police said.

Police were called to reports that two Poole women had been stabbed on Durley Chine beach at around 11.45pm on May 24.

A 34-year-old woman, named in the media as Amie Gray, was pronounced dead at the scene, while a 38-year-old woman, taken to hospital with serious injuries, is still being treated.

Dorset Police have announced that a 20-year-old man from Croydon, south London, has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.

The force worked with the Metropolitan Police to make the arrest.

Superintendent Richard Dixey, from the Major Crimes Investigation Team, said: “The investigation has progressed rapidly over the last few days which has now led to the arrest in London.

“Officers from Dorset Police’s firearms and intelligence teams worked alongside colleagues from the Metropolitan Police to make the arrest.

“We are continuing to update the loved ones of the woman who tragically died, as well as the victim in hospital, with all the latest developments and our thoughts remain with them.

“I would like to thank everyone who has come forward with information so far and reiterate my appeal for witnesses who have not already come forward to contact Dorset Police.

“The increased visible police presence in the area will remain in place and we will continue to strongly encourage anyone with concerns not to hesitate to speak to any officer who will be able to listen and provide appropriate advice.”

Anyone with information is asked to submit it via the public major incident portal at police.uk/operation/55HQ23N07-PO1 between 7am and 10pm or call 101 quoting incident number 55240078013.