Teenager arrested for 'murder' after woman's death on Durley beach China

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was stabbed to death on a Bournemouth beach.

Police were called to reports that two women, both from Poole, had been stabbed on Durley Chine beach at around 11.45pm on Friday.

A 34-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene while a 38-year-old woman was taken to hospital with very serious injuries.

On Saturday lunchtime, police said a 17-year-old boy from Lancashire had been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Detective Superintendent Richard Dixey said: “We have worked tirelessly through the night since the initial report and have been able to progress our investigation.

“Firstly, our thoughts are with the loved ones of the woman who lost her life very tragically.

“Officers are continuing their inquiries and a cordon remains in place and is expected to remain in place for some time.”

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Key points

• Boy arrested on suspicion of murder

• Full police statement after stabbing of two women in Bournemouth

• Mapped: Where is Durley Beach China?

Lancashire boy arrested, police say

2:05 p.m. , Andy Gregory

The 17-year-old boy arrested on Saturday is from Lancashire, Dorset Police said.

Where was the police cordon in place?

1:42 p.m. , Andy Gregory

Bournemouth Council earlier said a police cordon was in place between Bournemouth Oceanarium and the west side of Alum Chine.

The beach, the promenade, the beach huts, the Durley Chine car park, all shops and access points inside the cordon have been closed to the public.

First photos of the police on site

1:20 p.m. , Sam Rkaina

The first images have emerged of police at the scene of the fatal incident on Bournemouth beach.

Forensic officers were seen leaving markers on the sand after the attack on two women on Friday evening.

Call for information

1:10 p.m. , Sam Rkaina

Anyone with information is asked to submit it to the investigation team via the Major Incident Public Portal page at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/55HQ23N07-PO1.

If you are unable to submit information online, please call 101 quoting event number 55240078013.

Alternatively, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling the freephone number 0800 555 111.

Boy arrested on suspicion of murder

1:07 p.m. , Sam Rkaina

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was stabbed to death on an award-winning Blue Flag beach in Bournemouth.

Dorset Police said they were called to reports that two women, both from Poole, had been stabbed on Durley Chine beach on Friday at around 11.45pm.

A 34-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene while a 38-year-old woman was taken to hospital with very serious injuries.

On Saturday lunchtime, police said a 17-year-old boy from Lancashire had been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Detective Superintendent Richard Dixey said: “We have worked tirelessly through the night since the initial report and have been able to progress our investigation.

“Firstly, our thoughts are with the loved ones of the woman who lost her life very tragically.

“Officers are continuing their inquiries and a cordon remains in place and is expected to remain in place for some time.”

Police request information on suspect at large

12:52 p.m. , Andy Gregory

Police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

They are asked to contact Dorset Police on their website or by calling 101, quoting incident number 24:707. Alternatively, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers- uk.org or by calling the freephone number 0800 555 111.

Full police statement after two women stabbed in Bournemouth

12:24 p.m. , Andy Gregory

Here is the full statement from Dorset Police:

A murder investigation has been launched by detectives following the death of a woman in Bournemouth. On Friday 24 May 2024 at 11:42 p.m., Dorset Police received a report that two people had been stabbed on Durley Chine beach.

Sadly, a 34-year-old woman from Poole was pronounced dead at the scene. His 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 aware.

Superintendent Gavin House, of Dorset Police, said: “Our thoughts are with the loved ones of the woman who tragically lost her life. Police 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 contact us urgently.

“The beach has been cordoned off to allow police to carry out a thorough investigation at the scene. I want to thank the public for their patience and understanding while this essential 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 Neighborhood Policing Team can be contacted if they have any concerns.”

Tory MP 'waiting for updates from police'

12:00 p.m. , Andy Gregory

Local Conservative MP Conor Burns said he was “awaiting further updates from police on the horrific stabbing”, which resulted in “a tragic death”.

He added: “It is important to remember that these events make headlines because, fortunately, they are still rare locally. »

Thousands of people were able to visit the beach this weekend

11:41 a.m. , Andy Gregory

Thousands of people are expected to visit Blue Flag-winning Durley Chine Beach today, as temperatures are expected to approach 20C under blue skies.

However, a large cordon remains in place and police are reportedly turning away potential visitors.

Mapped: Where is Durley Beach China?

11:21 a.m. , Andy Gregory

Bournemouth residents express concern over attacker on the loose

10:57 a.m. , Andy Gregory

Bournemouth residents have expressed concern that the perpetrator of the double stabbing on Durley Chine beach is still at large.

“It’s worrying to think they still haven’t found the person and they’re out there somewhere,” said one man visiting the city for work. Bournemouth Daily Echo.

Another Bournemouth couple told the outlet: “We were walking around the gardens and you don't know if the person is still there. This doesn't shed a good light on Bournemouth.

Nearly 100 people injured by knife crime in Dorset in last six months

10:31 a.m. , Andy Gregory

A total of 98 people have been injured following knife crime in Dorset in the past six months, a Freedom of Information request to Dorset Police revealed last week.

Dorset Crime and Policing Commissioner David Sidwick said in November that the county had the second lowest rate of knife crime in England and Wales, citing inspection data covering 12 months until December 2022.

Cordon in place throughout weekend, reports say

10:09 a.m. , Andy Gregory

Cordons will be in place and affected businesses will be closed for at least the entire weekend, reports Hannah Knight of Bournemouth Echo.

Increased police presence near Durley Chine beach in the coming days

09:50 , Andy Gregory

Dorset Police said an increased number of officers would be patrolling the area of ​​the double stabbing in the coming days.

“Members of the public will see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days and officers from the local Neighborhood Policing Team can be contacted if they have any concerns,” the force said.

Durley China Beach closed off

09:16 , Andy Gregory

Durley Chine beach has been cordoned off following last night's double stabbing.

Superintendent Gavin House is sad: “The beach has been cordoned off to allow officers to carry out a thorough investigation at the scene. I would like to thank the public for their patience and understanding while this vital work takes place.

The public is invited to contribute to the investigation

08:43 , Andy Gregory

Dorset Police have urged members of the public to come forward with any information they may have about the double stabbing on Durley Chine beach.

“I would ask anyone who saw what happened or has any information about the offender and who has not yet spoken to officers to contact us urgently,” Superintendent Gavin House said.

Manhunt underway after murder of two women in Bournemouth

08:35 , Andy Gregory

No arrests have yet been made after two women were stabbed on a Bournemouth beach.

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

Two women stabbed on Durley China beach

08:34 , Andy Gregory

Two women from Poole have been stabbed at Durley Chine Beach.

A 34-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene after officers were called at 11.42pm on Friday, Dorset Police said. His 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 aware.

08:32 , Andy Gregory

Hello, we will be using this blog to bring you the latest updates following a double stabbing on Durley Chine beach in Bournemouth, as a police search begins.