Man Charged with Manslaughter After Woman’s Death in Bournemouth
A 36-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter following the tragic death of a Bournemouth woman found with fatal head injuries.
Woman Found Seriously Injured in Bournemouth Home
Police were called just before 1am on Tuesday 3 May 2016 after staff at Poole Hospital reported a woman with serious head injuries. Julie Cook, 44, from Bournemouth, had been discovered at an address on Clarence Park Road, Pokesdown, the night before around 8pm.
Julie Cook Dies in Hospital
Julie sadly passed away on Wednesday 4 May due to her injuries, confirmed by a post-mortem report pointing to head trauma as the cause of death.
Fast-Paced Investigation Leads to Manslaughter Charge
Dorset Police’s Major Crime Investigation Team launched a quick probe. Daniel Bragg, 36, of Bournemouth, was charged on Thursday 5 May and is due in Bournemouth Magistrates’ Court on Friday 6 May.
“Following a fast-moving and thorough investigation, we have consulted with the Crown Prosecution Service who authorised the charge of manslaughter,” said Detective Inspector Neil Phillips.
“Family liaison officers have updated the victim’s family and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.”
“It is vital that the justice system is allowed to follow its course, so Dorset Police will not be commenting further ahead of the trial.”
Police Appeal for Witnesses
DI Phillips appealed for any witnesses to come forward, especially those who might have seen Julie and a man on the Waterloo to Weymouth train on Monday afternoon.
- Julie and the man left the train at Pokesdown station at 3.37pm
- They arrived at Clarence Park Road between 4pm and 4.30pm
“If anyone saw the victim and the man on the train, at the station, or walking towards Clarence Park Road, please contact us urgently,” Phillips added.
How to Contact Police
- Call Dorset Police on 101 quoting Operation Oxbow
- Or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111
