Cameron Horler jailed for stabbing woman in Bournemouth

Cameron Horler stabbed the 17-year-old woman outside an address in Windham Road, Bournemouth, before fleeing the scene.

The victim, who was known to the defendant, was taken to hospital with cuts to her body that needed stitches.

Armed officers searched the area and Horler was located at a nearby address and arrested.

A knife was also recovered from a bin.

Cameron Horler, 19 and of Bournemouth. (Image: Dorset Police)

Horler, 19 and of Bournemouth, appeared at Bournemouth Crown Court on January 16, for sentencing.

The defendant had pleaded guilty to charges of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a bladed article.

He was jailed for 40 months.

Addressing the incident, which occurred on October 17, 2023, detective inspector Darren Moores, of Bournemouth CID, said: “Cameron Horler subjected his victim to a violent assault, stabbing her a number of times with a large knife, and it is extremely fortunate that the injuries she sustained were not more serious – or even fatal.

A knife was also recovered from a bin (Image: Dorset Police)

“Tackling knife crime remains a key priority for Dorset Police and we are absolutely committed to taking robust action against offenders such as Horler, who think it is acceptable to arm themselves with a knife and commit acts of violence.

“In this case we were able to swiftly identify and locate the offender so he could be held accountable for his offending.

“We will continue to work with partners to combat the scourge of knife crime and raise awareness of the serious consequences that can result from carrying a knife.”