In a gripping episode of Emmerdale, Belle Dingle takes a stand against her abusive ex, Tom King, leading to a deadly showdown. After months of torment, Belle resolves to report Tom to the police, armed with evidence to bring him to justice. However, when Amelia Spencer, who had been manipulated by Tom, tips him off about Belle’s plan, Tom devises a chilling counterattack.

In Thursday’s episode, Tom forces his way into Belle’s home at Wishing Well Cottage. He assaults her in a brutal attempt to silence her before she can report him. Desperate to escape, Belle grabs a hunting rifle, but Tom, wielding an axe, relentlessly pursues her. In a final confrontation, Tom taunts Belle, challenging her to shoot him. Although the gun’s safety prevents her from firing initially, Tom unlocks it, mocking her terror. Just when it seems Belle’s fate is sealed, she seizes the moment, striking Tom with his own axe in self-defense.

The episode marks a shocking end for Tom, with actor James Chase, who plays the villain, reportedly exiting the series. While viewers may feel justice has been served, Belle now faces the possibility of being implicated in Tom’s death. The storyline leaves fans wondering whether Belle will try to cover up her actions or face the consequences, potentially leading to her own exit from the show.

As Belle’s fate hangs in the balance, the double exit promises intense drama, with Tom King’s death likely to point directly back to her, setting the stage for more twists in the coming episodes.