In upcoming episodes of Emmerdale, Belle Dingle uncovers a disturbing secret about Tom King, her abusive ex, who has been lying low to avoid confrontation with Belle’s protective family, especially her brother Cain. Although Tom’s absence offers Belle some relief, she is still haunted by the fact that he remains a manipulative presence in her life. Particularly concerning for Belle is how Tom has been influencing Amelia Spencer, who is too naïve to recognize the warnings from others about his true nature.

A pivotal moment unfolds when Belle receives a call from her landlady, Kim Tate, who informs her that something suspicious has happened at Belle’s house. Belle, who has been staying with her family for safety, returns to the house with Lydia and discovers a shocking scene—among the disarray is a tiny screw, which Belle soon realizes is part of a hidden camera. This sickening discovery reveals that Tom has been secretly spying on her while she believed she was safe and alone in her home.

The revelation leaves Belle feeling violated and distressed, but despite Lydia urging her to take the evidence to the police, Belle is reluctant. The idea of having to relive her trauma and possibly see personal footage exposed in court is overwhelming for her, especially after Tom had previously threatened to leak intimate photos from their honeymoon. Lydia tries to support Belle by sharing her own experience of reporting her rape to the police, but Belle remains torn about her next steps.

However, things take a more dangerous turn when Tom uses Amelia to lure Belle into a confrontation. Belle expects to meet Amelia but is horrified when Tom traps her in the Dingle household, blocking her escape and locking all the doors, leaving Belle in a terrifying situation.