Bournemouth murder investigation launched after two people stabbed on Durley Chine Beach

A murder investigation has been launched by detectives following the death of a woman in Bournemouth. The beach remains cordoned off as police continue their investigation.

At 11.42pm on Friday (May 24), Dorset Police received a report that two people had been stabbed on Durley Chine Beach. A 34-year-old woman from Poole was pronounced dead at the scene. Her next of kin have been informed and the coroner notified.

A 38-year-old woman from Poole was taken to hospital with very serious injuries and her next of kin are also aware.

Superintendent Gavin House, of Dorset Police, said: “Our thoughts are with the loved ones of the woman who very tragically lost her life. Officers are searching the area, but no arrests have been made at this time. A full and detailed investigation is underway.

“I would ask anyone who saw what happened or has any information about the offender and has not yet spoken to officers to please contact us urgently. The beach has been cordoned off to enable officers to conduct a thorough investigation of the scene.

“I would like to thank the public for their patience and understanding while this vital work takes place. 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.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police via the website www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting incident number 24:707. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.