Explosive new Emmerdale spoilers for next week's episodes have revealed a major plot to force a shocking exit, as four beloved characters unite against a common enemy.
Robert and Aaron's Dangerous Mission
Robert Sugden finds himself deeply shaken by the actions of his prison husband, Kev Townsend. This turmoil leads Robert and his newly-reunited partner, Aaron Dingle, to formulate a dangerous plan. Kev has participated in an armed robbery and hidden the stolen goods, with Robert now determined to locate them.
When Kev makes a pointed comment about hating deception, Robert panics, fearing he and Aaron have been discovered. Despite the risk, the couple makes it their mission to find the stolen loot behind Kev's back.
A Reluctant Alliance Forms
Meanwhile, Dr. Liam Cavanagh, already entangled in Kev's web of trouble, is stressed by an unexpected visit from the villain. Kev forces Liam to back up a lie to Robert, pretending his serious heart condition was a misdiagnosis.
Fans will recall that Liam, a doctor, had previously seen Kev's medical notes and confirmed he was never terminally ill, despite having genuine heart issues. It seems Robert has discovered this truth or is about to, prompting Kev's desperate cover-up attempt.
This deception spurs Aaron and Robert to seek help, revealing their plan to get Kev out of their lives permanently. Aaron's mother, Chas Dingle, who is also Liam's fiancée, quickly agrees to assist. Liam, however, remains suspicious of their activities.
Once Liam is brought up to speed, it becomes clear he is withholding crucial information. He finally confesses to Robert and Aaron, confirming that Kev's terminal illness claim was a complete fabrication. This revelation galvanises the couple to act, with Liam and Chas reluctantly joining their cause.
The Sting and Wider Village Drama
The group soon deduces where Kev has hidden the stolen items. Aaron confirms this when he spies Kev checking on the loot at the local church.
Aaron immediately calls Robert, and soon after, DS Carter arrives, wanting to speak with Kev. The villain is taken to the police station for questioning about the armed robbery. This dramatic move leaves viewers wondering if this is the end for Kev Townsend and whether he will discover who exposed him.
Next week's episodes also bring more police drama for other villagers. Officers arrive at the haulage depot to investigate reports of drugs being moved through the premises. Dylan Penders and Billy Fletcher are shocked by the investigation, while Dylan secretly hides his involvement with the villainous dealer, Ray.
When their boss, Jai Sharma, suggests the police speak directly to depot owner Caleb Miligan, will Caleb face repercussions for a crime he didn't commit? Might Dylan finally come clean? Ray discovers the police presence and urges the teenage Dylan to pause their operations until the heat dies down, while simultaneously seeking to expose the informant.
In a separate storyline, Celia continues to manipulate Moira Dingle, complaining about a visit from Kim Tate. She produces a new contract for Moira, who remains oblivious to her new friend's schemes and signs it away.
Finally, Laurel Thomas feels encouraged about her upcoming date with Ray, completely unaware of his true, dangerous nature. Her friend, Nicola King, grows suspicious and begins looking into the new man in Laurel's life, concerned to find almost no trace of him online.
Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7:30pm on ITV1 and ITVX, with an hour-long episode on Thursdays.
