Woman Fights for Life After Deadly Bournemouth Beach Stabbing
A double stabbing on Bournemouth’s Durley Chine Beach has left one woman dead and another critically injured. Police say the 38-year-old victim from Poole remains in hospital battling for her life following the attack just before midnight on Friday, May 24.
Man, 17, Arrested Over Fatal Attack
A 34-year-old woman from Poole was pronounced dead at the scene. A 17-year-old boy from Lancashire is now in custody, arrested on suspicion of murder. Police have sealed off a mile-long stretch of coast west of Bournemouth Pier as they hunt for evidence.
Police Boost Patrols Over Bank Holiday Weekend
Detective Superintendent Richard Dixey, leading the Major Crime Investigation, reassured the public at a press briefing. “We are investigating at pace and have increased patrols throughout this Bank Holiday weekend to keep the community safe,” he said.
“It’s important not to speculate while our investigation is in the early stages. We are working tirelessly and supporting the victims’ families at this extremely difficult time.” – DS Richard Dixey
Police Urge Witnesses to Come Forward
Officers are keen to hear from anyone who was near Durley Chine Beach, Durley Roundabout, West Cliff Gardens, or West Cliff Drive between 10pm and midnight on May 24. They want any dashcam, CCTV footage, or sightings of suspicious activity.
The beach remains closed from Bournemouth Pier to Alum Chine, including local businesses like the Bournemouth Oceanarium and nearby restaurants.
Local MP Sir Conor Burns called the incident “tragic and brutal,” adding, “We hope police findings reveal this was an isolated and random act of violence, as these remain thankfully rare.”
How to Help the Investigation
- Contact Dorset Police online at www.dorset.police.uk/do-it-online
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 101 quoting incident number 24:707
- Or report anonymously to Crimestoppers at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call 0800 555 111
