Eagle-eyed EastEnders fans are convinced they've pieced together the show's latest explosive whodunnit, identifying the mysterious assailant who left sinister stalker Theo Hawthorne for dead.
The suspense reached fever pitch during Tuesday's episode when the hated character, played by William Ellis, was discovered bloodied and unconscious in a dark alleyway after a brutal attack. The incident has sent shockwaves through Albert Square, leaving viewers to play detective.
The Prime Suspect Emerges
While the official storyline is keeping the culprit's identity under wraps, the EastEnders fan community has collectively zeroed in on one prime suspect: Whitney Dean. Played by Shona McGarty, Whitney's motive is believed to be a fierce act of revenge for her best friend, Stacey Slater.
Fans quickly took to social media to dissect the clues. One viewer tweeted: "It's 100% Whitney protecting Stacey. The height, the build, the coat... it all matches!" Another added: "The way they focused on Whitney's reaction to the news was a dead giveaway. She didn't look shocked; she looked worried she'd been caught."
A Web of Motives in Walford
Although Whitney is the frontrunner in the court of public opinion, she's not the only resident with a score to settle. Theo's twisted obsession with Stacey has made him public enemy number one, creating a long list of potential attackers.
- Stacey Slater: The primary victim of his terrifying campaign, with a clear motive for self-defence.
- Eve Unwin: Fiercely protective of her wife, Stacey, and no stranger to conflict.
- Martin Fowler: As the father of Stacey's children, his protective instincts are running high.
- Zack Hudson: Whitney's fiancé, who would undoubtedly act to shield his future wife from any danger.
The sheer number of enemies Theo has managed to make ensures this mystery will have more twists and turns before the truth is finally revealed.
With speculation mounting and the police investigation beginning on the Square, one thing is certain: the culprit's reveal promises to be one of the most dramatic moments of the year. Will the fans be right, or is EastEnders planning an earth-shattering twist?
