A 17-year-old has been taken into custody on suspicion of murder following a double stabbing on Bournemouth beach that resulted in one woman’s death and another being hospitalized late Friday evening.
A 34-year-old woman was declared dead at the scene, while a 38-year-old woman was transported to a hospital where she is receiving treatment for serious injuries.
The stabbing occurred at Durley Chine, a popular destination for holidaying families. Thousands were anticipated to visit the beach over the Bank Holiday weekend.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND – MAY 25: An aerial view of the closed and deserted beach at the scene of the double stabbing at Durley Chine Beach, on May 25, 2024 in Bournemouth, England. Dorset Police have launched a murder inquiry into the death of a woman stabbed on Friday night on Durley Chine Beach. Two women were found with stab wounds, one died at the scene. (Photo by Finnbarr Webster/Getty Images)
Detective Superintendent Richard Dixey, from the Major Crime Investigation Team, stated: “We have worked tirelessly throughout the night since the initial report and have been able to progress our investigation.
“Officers are continuing with their enquiries and a cordon remains in place and is likely to remain so for some time.”
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND – MAY 25: Police officers at the closed road leading to Durley Chine Beach, on May 25, 2024 in Bournemouth, England. Dorset Police have launched a murder inquiry into the death of a woman stabbed on Friday night on Durley Chine Beach. Two women were found with stab wounds, one died at the scene. (Photo by Finnbarr Webster/Getty Images)
“I would like to renew my appeal for anyone with information who has not yet spoken to officers to please contact us. I am particularly keen to hear from anyone who was in the vicinity of Durley Chine beach between 10pm on Friday 24 May 2024 and midnight and saw anything unusual. Information can be uploaded through our dedicated Major Incident Public Portal for this case,” Detective Superintendent Richard Dixey urged.
“Members of the public will see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days and officers from the local neighbourhood policing team can be approached with any concerns.”
