The twists keep coming in Emmerdale, and next week promises to be explosive. As the murder investigation of Nate Robinson (Jurell Carter) continues, a new revelation sends shockwaves through the village, pushing everyone closer to the truth—and perhaps the killer.
It all starts on Monday, July 21, when Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson) is concerned after receiving no response from Owen’s house. Upon calling the police, the devastating news arrives: Owen has died. But the real bombshell comes when DS Walsh reveals a written confession on Owen’s laptop, which implicates him in Nate’s murder.
Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) and Tracy Shankley (Amy Walsh) are left reeling from this twist, unable to process the fact that Owen, a man they thought they knew, might have been involved in Nate’s death. Meanwhile, Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley), always suspicious, starts investigating the development on his own. When he uncovers a crucial detail about Owen’s so-called confession, Robert heads straight to the police station to deliver what could be the key to unlocking the mystery.
But the drama doesn’t stop there. Mackenzie Boyd (Lawrence Robb) is shocked to discover that his partner, Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins), has kept a major secret from him—she wants to be Sarah Sugden’s (Katie Hill) surrogate. This news forces Mack to confront Charity, but it’s clear their relationship is on the brink of collapse. As Charity defends her decision, Mack gives her an ultimatum: surrogacy, or their marriage.
By Tuesday, July 22, tensions reach a breaking point. John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth) is deeply affected by the news of Owen’s death and confession, but his guilt intensifies as he realizes that Owen’s confession may have ruined Cain’s chance at justice. Meanwhile, Robert’s suspicions grow as he investigates further, and he meets with Kim Tate (Claire King) about the field, refusing to sign a deal after detecting her desperation.
The action heats up on Thursday, July 24, when Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant) proposes to Sarah, and they begin planning their future. But the drama surrounding Owen’s death is far from over. DC Cole arrives at the surgery asking about Owen’s medical history, and soon, Robert learns about John’s mysterious visit to Owen’s house, leading him to further investigate the situation.
Finally, on Friday, July 25, the stakes are raised even higher. Moira (Natalie J Robb) is faced with a tough decision that will have lasting consequences for her future, while Cain stands by her side no matter what. Jacob and Sarah’s engagement faces resistance from Eric Pollard (Chris Chittell), but can they convince him? And as the week draws to a close, Robert heads back to the police station, claiming to have new information that could change everything.
With so many twists and secrets unfolding, it’s impossible to predict how this mystery will end. But one thing is clear: no one is safe from the fallout of these life-changing revelations.
Will Cain ever find justice for Nate? And who will betray whom next?