The village of Emmerdale is about to be shaken to its very core as secrets, suspicions, and betrayals ripple through next week’s drama-packed episodes. A murder mystery deepens, a child is put at risk, and a dangerous theft threatens to reignite an old rivalry—this is one explosive week you won’t want to miss.

Let’s start with the storyline that’s got everyone talking: Tracy Robinson is under suspicion for the murder of Nate Robinson, and the net is tightening around her fast. After the explosive revelation that Nate never made it to Shetland, the police are swarming—and John Sugden’s carefully curated manipulations are coming into play. When questioned, John deflects the blame toward Cain Dingle, but Cain—struggling with guilt and confusion—confesses his belief that Tracy might be responsible for Nate’s disappearance.

That sets off a domino effect. John, always one step ahead, assures Cain the police will find another suspect soon… and sure enough, a search warrant arrives at Tracy’s house. What they find in Frankie’s playhouse is damning: Nate’s phone, a direct link to the crime scene. Tracy is arrested and taken in for questioning, blindsided by the revelation that there was no removal van on the day Nate allegedly left. The story she told doesn’t line up, and her credibility begins to crumble.

Desperate to protect herself, Tracy concocts a false alibi, claiming she was with her sister Vanessa all day. But when a detective shows up at the vet surgery to verify it, Vanessa is put in an impossible position. Will she lie to shield her sister, or will the truth emerge and destroy what little is left of Tracy’s reputation?

And that’s not the only drama Tracy finds herself in. Tensions with Ruby Miligan explode once again, leading to a violent public confrontation. In a fiery moment, Tracy slaps Ruby across the face, shocking onlookers and drawing a crowd. The simmering hatred between the two women has reached a boiling point—one that threatens to bubble over into something much worse.

While murder and betrayal grip the adults of the village, there’s a terrifying near-miss for one of Emmerdale’s youngest residents. Bear Wolf, struggling with insomnia, agrees to visit Dr. Liam—but makes the tragic mistake of leaving little Eve home alone. To keep her quiet, Bear bribes her with sweets. What he doesn’t realize is that Eve, left to her own devices, mistakes Bear’s sleeping pills for candy.

The horror unfolds when Mandy and Paddy wake up from their nap to discover Eve has been into Bear’s pill box. Panic ensues as they race to determine whether she’s ingested anything dangerous. Has Bear’s reckless decision put a child’s life at risk? The fallout from this moment will send shockwaves through the Dingles—and Bear may find himself cut off completely.

But the week’s trouble doesn’t end there. Kammy—always one to take things too far—crosses a line he may not recover from. On the anniversary of Gabby and Vinny’s first kiss, Vinny plans a romantic gesture to win her over again and enlists Kammy’s help. The two sneak into Home Farm to set up a surprise, but Kammy’s eyes quickly wander. The luxurious setting proves too tempting, and he swipes Clemmie’s brand-new phone, stuffing it into his pocket.

Unaware of the theft, Gabby is delighted by the surprise at the scrapyard—but back at Home Farm, the alarm has already been raised. When Joe Tate realizes Clemmie’s phone is missing, his immediate suspicion falls on Billy, causing friction among the residents. Meanwhile, Kammy is already trying to sell the phone—digging himself deeper into a pit of lies. If Joe discovers the truth, Kammy may find himself with a very powerful enemy… and one who doesn’t forgive easily.

Elsewhere, Jacob is furious with Sarah for still keeping her cancer diagnosis a secret from Charity Dingle. He confronts her about it, demanding honesty and transparency. This confrontation may force Sarah to finally open up to Charity—or risk pushing Jacob away for good.

And just when the village thinks it’s seen enough surprises, Eric Pollard throws a final twist into the mix at his surprise birthday party. Instead of expressing joy, Pollard announces he’s selling the barn, stunning everyone—especially Kerry, who’s caught off-guard by the decision. What prompted this sudden change of heart? And what does it mean for Kerry’s future?

Next week in Emmerdale is a full-throttle ride through emotional breakdowns, shocking revelations, and dangerous decisions. Whether it’s Tracy’s fight for freedom, Kammy’s escalating theft, or Eve’s brush with tragedy, the stakes have never been higher. The past is catching up to everyone—and some may not survive the fallout. 🔥💔⚖️