Dorset Police Major Crime Investigation Team (MCIT) have been awarded a national investigation award for their pursuit to seek justice for the murder and attempted murder of two women on a beach in Bournemouth in May 2024.
The Investigation of the Year award was presented to Dorset Police MCIT as joint winners on Wednesday 19 November 2025.
The award relates to the investigation into the murder of Amie Gray and attempted murder of Leanne Miles. Offender Nasen Saadi, 21 and from Croydon in London, carried out the unprovoked attack and was unknown to the victims.
He was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 39 years and 65 days.
Chief Constable Amanda Pearson said: “At the heart of every investigation are victims who deserve justice. Our officers and staff are tenacious investigators who do their utmost to identify offenders and secure convictions against them. I am proud of the work that was completed by MCIT in this horrendous and challenging case, ensuring they secured justice for Amie and Leanne.”