Two Witnesses Step Forward in Julie Cook Murder Probe
Police have launched a murder investigation after Julie Cook, 44, sadly died from serious head injuries sustained during an alleged assault in Bournemouth. Now, two key witnesses have come forward following a CCTV appeal.
Tragic Assault in Pokesdown
Officers were called to Poole Hospital at 12.53am on Tuesday 3 May 2016 after staff reported Julie was admitted with severe head injuries. She was found earlier that evening, shortly after 8pm, at a property on Clarence Park Road, Pokesdown.
Julie Cook passed away on Thursday 4 May 2016. Her family have been informed, and the coroner notified. Dorset Police’s Major Crime Investigation Team is leading the probe.
Last Known Movements Caught on Camera
Enquiries show Julie was travelling with a man on the London Waterloo to Weymouth train on Monday 2 May. CCTV captured them leaving the train at Pokesdown station at 3.37pm. The pair appeared to have an altercation on the platform before heading towards Christchurch Road. They arrived at the Clarence Park Road address between 4pm and 4.30pm.
Detective Inspector Neil Phillips said: “We are investigating Julie Cook’s murder. We want to trace her movements before she was found seriously injured.”
“We hope someone saw Julie and the man either on the train, at Pokesdown station, or walking towards Clarence Park Road.”
Witnesses Respond to Police CCTV Appeal
Following the release of a CCTV image of two potential witnesses, both have now made contact with Dorset Police to assist the ongoing investigation.
A 36-year-old man from Bournemouth has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently helping police with their enquiries.
How You Can Help
- If you witnessed anything or have information, call Dorset Police on 101 quoting Operation Oxbow.
- Alternatively, contact the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111.
Julie Cook’s tragic death has rocked the Bournemouth community. Police urge anyone with information to come forward and help bring justice.
