A 20-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of Amie Gray and attempted murder of Leanne Miles on a beach in Bournemouth.
Nasen Saadi, from Croydon, south London, was dressed in a grey sweatshirt and trousers when he appeared before Poole magistrates’ court on Saturday morning. He spoke only to confirm his name, address and date of birth.
He gave no indication of plea to the two charges.
Ms Gray, 34, a personal trainer and futsal coach from Poole, suffered multiple stab wounds in an attack on the beach at Durley Chine in Bournemouth at 11.42pm on May 24.
Despite efforts by paramedics to save her, she died at the scene at 12.24am on May 25.
Ms Miles, 38, who is also from Poole, was taken to hospital with serious stab wounds, but was discharged six days later.
Mr Saadi was arrested at an address in Croydon, south London, on Tuesday. Detectives from Dorset Police obtained a court extension for further time to interview him before charging him with murder and attempted murder on Friday evening.
The magistrates sent the case to Winchester Crown Court for a hearing on Tuesday, June 3. Mr Saadi was remanded in custody due to the seriousness of the charges against him.
Det Supt Richard Dixey, of Dorset Police’s major crime team, said: “Our thoughts remain with the family and loved ones of Amie Gray, as well as the woman who was seriously injured, and they have been updated with this latest development in our investigation.
“This matter has been the subject of an extensive investigation. The case will now be the subject of active court proceedings and it is vital that the justice system is allowed to follow its course.
“It is also important to stress that there should be no further commentary or sharing of information online or on social media that could potentially prejudice these court proceedings.”
Steve Lyne, Dorset’s assistant chief constable, said: “I would like to thank our communities in and around Bournemouth for their support and patience through what I know will have been an unsettling week for many.
“Our thoughts remain with the family of Amie Gray and the survivor of the incident on Durley Chine Beach. The closure of the beach around Durley Chine will have affected many local people, visitors and businesses and I don’t underestimate the inconvenience caused as a result.
“Many police officers and staff have not only been involved in the investigation throughout the last week, but also have maintained a highly visible presence in the town to answer any questions local people have had and try to be as accessible as possible at a time of heightened concern.
“I appreciate the public want to be, and indeed should be, given information to allay fears and concerns. That is balanced against maintaining the integrity of a highly complex investigation.
“Hopefully, Dorset Police has struck that balance to maintain public confidence as much as possible.”
David Sidwick, the police and crime commissioner for Dorset, also expressed his sympathies to Ms Gray’s loved ones, and to Ms Miles, saying he was “deeply saddened”.
Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner David Sidwick said: “I am deeply saddened by this devastating incident. My thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Amie Gray, as well as with the woman who was seriously injured.
“I also want to thank all the officers and staff who have worked around the clock on this investigation so far, as well as the community who have come forward and provided vital information so important to this type of enquiry,” Mr Sidwick added.
“While Dorset is generally a safe county to live and visit, I fully acknowledge this tragic incident means many may not feel safe right now.
“I want to assure you that dealing with violent crime is a priority and I will continue to ensure the force has every tool at their disposal to tackle reports of this nature.”
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