Detectives investigating a fatal stabbing on Bournemouth beach are today questioning a 20-year-old man from the Croydon area of London.
He was arrested last night on suspicion of murder and attempted murder after Dorset Police joined forces with the Metropolitan Police.
34-year-old Amie Gray, from Poole, died after being stabbed at Durley Chine beach on Friday night.
Another woman – aged 38 and also from Poole – sustained serious injuries and is still receiving treatment in hospital.
Detective Superintendent Richard Dixey, of the Major Crime Investigation Team, said: “The investigation has progressed at speed over recent days, which has now led to an arrest being made in London.
“Officers from Dorset Police intelligence and firearms teams worked together with colleagues from the Metropolitan Police to carry out the arrest.
“We are continuing to update the loved ones of the woman who tragically died, as well as the victim in hospital, with all the latest developments and our thoughts remain with them.
“I would like to thank everyone so far who has provided information and reiterate my appeal for any witnesses who have not already come forward to please contact Dorset Police.
“The enhanced visible policing presence in the area will remain in place and we would continue to strongly encourage anyone with concerns to please not hesitate to speak to any officer who will be able to listen and provide appropriate advice.”
Anyone with information is asked to submit it to the investigation team via the Major Incident Public Portal page between 7am and 10pm daily at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/55HQ23N07-PO1. If you are unable to submit information online or would like to report something to us outside of these hours, please call 101 quoting occurrence number 55240078013.