In a gripping new turn on *EastEnders*, Reiss finds himself cornered into committing another crime, leading to a dramatic meltdown in Albert Square. As fans of the BBC One soap know, Reiss has become an unlikely villain after accruing significant debt. Desperate to escape his financial woes, he resorts to murder by smothering his partner Debbie, aiming to avoid paying for her private care. On top of this horrific act, Reiss devises a scheme to con Phil Mitchell and Sharon Watts with a fraudulent investment plan involving Peggy’s.
Phil’s reaction to the scam is explosive, and in a surprising twist, Teddy steps in to offer financial help to cover Reiss’s debts. However, the true motivation behind Teddy’s generous offer will be unveiled in the coming week. Meanwhile, Reiss continues to evade justice for Debbie’s murder, even as his fiancée, Sonia Fowler, is wrongfully imprisoned.
Under pressure from Teddy, Reiss is coerced into falsifying his financial records to conceal his assets, despite his reservations. Reiss is further distressed by the ongoing gossip about Sonia and agrees to work on Teddy’s case, provided Teddy helps to clear Sonia’s name. However, Reiss is unprepared for the upcoming challenges.
A reporter stirs the pot by questioning Reiss about his involvement in Debbie’s murder, casting doubt on Sonia’s guilt. This sparks a wave of public support for Sonia, with residents like Alfie Moon leading the charge by wearing “Save Sonia” T-shirts. Reiss’s contentment quickly fades when Debbie’s father, Hugh, confronts him, asking him to sign the release for Debbie’s body and urging him to recognize the truth about Sonia.
As the tension mounts, the question remains whether Reiss will come clean about his crimes and the truth behind Sonia’s wrongful imprisonment. The unfolding drama promises to be a turning point, with significant consequences for all involved.