COPS has released CCTV footage of a suspect after a “gorgeous” personal trainer was stabbed to death.
The horror unfolded on the sands of a Bournemouth beach on Friday, shortly before Amie Gray, 34, was discovered with fatal injuries.
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A second woman, aged 38, also suffered serious injuries at Durley Chine Beach and is receiving treatment in hospital.
Dorset Police are questioning a 17-year-old boy from Lancashire on suspicion of murder and attempted murder over a double stabbing. He remains in custody.
The force has since released images of someone they believe to be a suspect and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
The young man with a slender build, dressed in a dark coat and pants, has his hood up as he walks through the grainy photos.
Detective Superintendent Richard Dixey said: “Since this tragic incident was reported to us, we have been taking the investigation forward, collecting as much information as possible to get answers for the loved ones of the young woman who tragically lost her life and for the surviving victim.
“Our thoughts remain with them.
“We are now in a position to issue CCTV images of the suspect.
“I would urge anyone who was in the Durley Chine beach area overnight from Friday 24th May to Saturday 25th May and who may have seen the person in the photo or anything unusual, to come forward.
“Equally, anyone who was in the area of Durley Roundabout, West Cliff Gardens, Durley Gardens or West Cliff Drive during that night may have vital clues that could help us.
“Did you see anyone acting strangely, especially between 10pm and midnight? Do you have dash cam or CCTV footage that could assist in the investigation?
“Anyone who thinks they recognize the person in the CCTV footage should contact police.”
Det Supt Dixey added: “We are of course acutely aware of the concerns this incident will have created and indeed continues to create.
“The impact on our communities and the protection of our public remain at the forefront of our minds.
“The increased police presence in the area will remain as long as necessary and if you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to speak to a police officer.”
The shocking attack came as thousands of tourists began arriving in Bournemouth for the Whitsun holiday weekend.
Yesterday, a mile-long stretch of the world-famous beach remained cordoned off from Bournemouth pier to Alum Chine, where flowers were laid in tribute.
EXTENSIVE POLICE SEARCH
Police carried out extensive searches with metal detectors, suggesting they are still looking for the murder weapon.
Officers searched an area of sand that appeared to be stained with blood near a breakwater at Durley Chine, about a 15-minute walk from the pier.
Police said they received a report at 11.42pm on Friday that two people had been stabbed at Durley Chine Beach.
They said in a statement yesterday: “Sadly, a 34-year-old woman from Poole was pronounced dead at the scene.
“A 38-year-old woman from Poole was taken to hospital with serious injuries where she continues to receive treatment.”
A local acquaintance of Amie said: “It’s such a shocking thing to happen. She was a wonderful human being and had no enemies.”
Amie worked in sales and was also a personal trainer and ran a local women’s indoor soccer team.
She received her Football Association coaching badge in January this year.
Dorset Futsal Club – where Amie was head coach – changed its profile photo to a black square at the weekend.
‘DEVASTATING NEWS’
They said the club had “received truly devastating news”, adding: “We cannot put this into words at this time and, as a mark of respect to all those affected, we will not be publishing anything for the foreseeable future.”
A relative of Amie posted photos of her receiving a recent award for her work at Dorset Futsal Club.
Grieving friends commented below: “I’m so sorry for your loss, she was a beautiful person.”
Detective Superintendent Richard Dixey, from the Dorset Major Crime Investigation Team, appealed for anyone in the Durley Chine Beach area between 10pm and midnight on Friday to come forward.
He said detectives are working “tirelessly” to advance the investigation.
POLICE RESOURCE
The detective continued: “Our thoughts remain with the families and friends of the victims who are being supported by specialist police officers during this incredibly difficult time.
“We recognize the impact this incident has on our communities and are aware of the speculation already appearing online about the possible circumstances.
“Further updates will be provided as the investigation develops.
“I want to reassure our communities in Dorset, as well as the many people who choose to visit our county over the bank holiday weekend, that we are exploring all available lines of inquiry to establish the motives for this terrible incident.
“We understand the concern the public will have as a result of this incident.
“There will be an increased police presence in the area and we are also working closely with our partner agencies and community groups to address this.
“If you are in the area and have questions, please do not hesitate to speak to an officer.
“I would like to take this opportunity to renew my appeal for anyone with information who has not yet spoken to officers to contact us.”
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