The mystery surrounding Anthony Fox’s murder has taken a fresh turn in Emmerdale,

leaving fans questioning what really happened on the fateful night he was killed.

Despite Ruby Miligan confessing to the crime after Aaron Dingle initially believed himself to be responsible, new developments have cast doubt on her confession.

Now, with another potential murder unfolding, viewers are beginning to reconsider the true sequence of events leading up to Anthony’s death.

A Web of Lies and Secrets

Anthony Fox’s murder has been shrouded in secrecy from the start, with multiple characters playing a role in covering up the truth.

Initially, Aaron Dingle was convinced that he had killed Anthony after brutally attacking him in a heated showdown.

However, when he returned to the scene with John Sugden, he was horrified to discover Anthony lifeless.

With panic setting in, John took charge of the situation, deciding to dispose of the body. Since then, he has refused to reveal its location, keeping the truth buried—both literally and figuratively.

But as it turned out, Aaron was not the actual killer. When he later confessed to Ruby Miligan, believing himself to be responsible for her father’s death, she shockingly revealed that it was, in fact, her who had delivered the fatal blow. According to Ruby, she had found Anthony badly beaten, and after he grabbed her in a moment of aggression, she acted out of rage and killed him before fleeing.

The revelation left Aaron stunned, but the cover-up only intensified. Ruby informed her husband, Caleb Miligan, about what had happened, prompting him to return to the scene to clean up the mess—only to discover that Aaron and John had already been there. With John disposing of the body, and other family members, including Chas and Cain Dingle, agreeing to stay silent, it seemed as though the secret was safe.

A Chilling New Murder Theory Emerges

However, just as the village tried to move on, a shocking murder twist has resurfaced the discussion around Anthony’s death.

Recently, Amy Wyatt made a grim discovery while trapped in the frozen lake following the limousine crash. As she struggled in the icy water, she spotted a corpse beneath the surface. Based on identifiable markings on the body’s arm, Amy appeared to recognize it as Nate Robinson.

Before she could tell anyone what she had seen, Amy tragically passed away in the hospital, leaving the mystery unresolved. With Nate missing and his fate uncertain, fans have speculated that John Sugden could be responsible for his potential murder, as he was the last known person to see Nate alive.

Now, this shocking twist has led viewers to question the timeline of Anthony Fox’s death once again.

Did John Sugden Really Kill Anthony?

A compelling new theory has surfaced among Emmerdale fans: What if Ruby Miligan did not actually kill her father? What if Anthony was still alive when she left him, only for John to finish him off?

John’s behavior on the night of Anthony’s death has now come under scrutiny. When he and Aaron found the body, John immediately took control of the situation, instructing Aaron to leave the room while he handled things. He was then seen wrapping up Anthony’s body, making it clear he didn’t want Aaron to witness what he was doing.

Could it be that John discovered Anthony was still breathing and decided to end his life to protect Aaron from legal consequences? If John believed Aaron had been responsible for the brutal beating, he may have thought that eliminating Anthony for good was the only way to ensure Aaron stayed out of trouble.

One fan theory circulating online suggests:

“Ruby’s dad wasn’t actually dead when she left him, and John finished him off.”

Another viewer responded:

“Did think that at the time.”

This speculation now has fans wondering if John’s ruthless streak goes beyond covering up crimes—could he actually be a killer himself? If John did murder Anthony, it would completely change the narrative, raising the question of what other secrets he might be hiding.

What’s Next for Emmerdale’s Murder Mystery?

With Nate Robinson’s fate still hanging in the balance and suspicions surrounding John Sugden growing, Emmerdale is set for even more shocking revelations in the coming weeks. If John truly did kill Anthony Fox, it means Aaron and Ruby have been tormented by guilt for no reason, believing themselves to be responsible when the real killer was hiding in plain sight.

Moreover, if John is linked to Nate’s possible murder, then his true nature is far darker than anyone in the village ever suspected. Could this mean that John is a serial offender, eliminating anyone who poses a threat to him or those he cares about?

As the investigation into the limo crash and the frozen lake discovery unfolds, it may only be a matter of time before the truth about both murders is exposed. If John Sugden is the real culprit, how far will he go to keep his crimes buried?

One thing is certain—Emmerdale fans will be eagerly watching as the shocking twists continue to unravel.

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