⚠️ Woman Dies In Horrific Shepherd’s Bush Stabbing As Second Victim Survives—48-Year-Old Suspect Charged With Murder And Attempted Murder Within Hours
Man Charged with Murder After Woman Stabbed to Death in Shepherd’s Bush Double Attack
A 48-year-old man has been charged with murder following the fatal stabbing of a 52-year-old woman in a west London home. A second woman was also injured in the attack.
Police were called to an address on Askew Road in Shepherd’s Bush at 8:19am on Tuesday, 18 August 2026, after reports of a stabbing. Officers and emergency services found two women with serious injuries inside the property. Despite the best efforts of paramedics, Samantha Turner, 52, was pronounced dead at the scene. Her family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
A second woman, aged 32, suffered non-life-threatening stab wounds. She remains in hospital and continues to be assessed by medical staff.
Suspect Charged
Alan Dore, 48, of Askew Crescent, Shepherd’s Bush, was arrested at the scene. On Wednesday, 19 August, he was charged with murder and attempted murder. He is due to appear at Hendon Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 20 August.
The Metropolitan Police launched a murder investigation immediately after the incident. Detective Inspector Richard MacKenzie, who is leading the inquiry, said: “Our enquiries continue at pace as we work to establish the full circumstances of this deeply tragic incident. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the victim and injured woman.
“We believe this to be an isolated incident within a residential address, but we know it will cause concern locally. Our officers will remain in the area throughout today. We will update the community when we can, and I encourage anyone with any information, CCTV or doorbell camera footage which could support the investigation to contact us.”
Appeal for Information
Police have asked anyone with information that could assist the investigation to contact them on 101, quoting reference 1673/18AUG. Information can also be provided anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
The attack took place inside a residential property on a busy road in Shepherd’s Bush. Local residents woke to the presence of multiple police vehicles and an ambulance as the emergency services responded to the call. Officers remained in the area throughout the day to provide reassurance and gather evidence.
A Community in Shock
Askew Road is a mixed residential and commercial street in the heart of Shepherd’s Bush. The sudden and violent nature of the incident has left many locals unsettled. Police have been careful to describe the attack as isolated to the single address, seeking to calm wider fears while the investigation continues.
Little is yet known publicly about the relationship between the victims and the accused, or the events that led to the stabbing. Those details are expected to emerge as the case progresses through the courts. For now, the focus remains on supporting Samantha Turner’s family and ensuring the surviving victim receives the care she needs.
The Legal Process Begins
Dore’s appearance at Hendon Magistrates’ Court marks the formal start of the criminal proceedings. Murder and attempted murder are among the most serious charges in English law. The case will almost certainly be sent to the Crown Court for trial.
In the meantime, detectives continue to piece together the full circumstances of the attack. Forensic examination of the scene, statements from witnesses, and any available CCTV or doorbell footage will form key parts of the evidence. The fact that a man was arrested at the scene has allowed the investigation to move quickly from the initial emergency response to formal charges within 36 hours.
Remembering the Victim
Samantha Turner has been named by police as the woman who lost her life. At 52, she leaves behind family and loved ones who are now navigating the dual trauma of sudden bereavement and the knowledge that her death is being treated as murder. Specialist family liaison officers are supporting them through the early stages of the investigation and the legal process.
The second victim, whose name has not been released, faces her own recovery. Although her injuries are not considered life-threatening, the psychological impact of surviving a stabbing that claimed another woman’s life is likely to be profound.
A Familiar Pattern of Knife Crime
Knife attacks in residential settings continue to present a significant challenge for police in London. While many high-profile cases involve disputes in public places, a substantial number of fatal stabbings occur behind closed doors, often involving people who know each other. Each case brings its own unique circumstances, but the human cost remains the same: lives cut short and families left devastated.
In this instance, the rapid arrest and charging of a suspect may provide some measure of reassurance to the local community. Yet for those closest to Samantha Turner, the legal process is only the beginning of a long and painful journey.
As the investigation continues and the court proceedings get under way, further details about what happened inside the Askew Road property on that Tuesday morning are expected to emerge. Until then, police continue to appeal for anyone with information to come forward, while officers remain visible in the area to support residents affected by the tragedy.