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Emmerdale spoilers: Lydia investigates Craig’s death, Dingles in turmoil

Lydia roots out a killer

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Rapist Craig is dead! But who killed him? Emmerdale spoilers for next week have revealed that Lydia Dingle is on the case, interrogating her family in a week-long event for the soap.

Staging a lock-in at the Woolpack, Lydia questions each of the Dingles, one by one, to ascertain which of them killed Craig. But whodunnit?

Read our upcoming Emmerdale spoilers for this story in full detail below.

The Dingles sitting in the pub together, looking serious
Lydia calls a family meeting (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale spoilers: Lydia launches an investigation

The Dingles gather in the Woolpack, having been brought together by Lydia. The family are left reeling when she announces that Craig is dead.

As the Dingles wonder what could have happened to Craig, Lydia remains certain that someone in the room is responsible for his death.

Aware that Sam and Cain were keeping Craig tied up in a remote barn, Lydia begins by questioning the brothers. A series of flashbacks reveal what went down between Sam, Cain and Craig…

Tom proposing to Belle
A flashback reveals Tom’s proposal to Belle (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale spoilers: Tom proposes to Belle

After listening to Cain and Sam, Lydia continues questioning the other Dingles. Belle is caught off guard when the family wonder what she was up to when Craig was killed.

As Belle recounts her day, a flashback sequence reveals that she shared a romantic meal with Tom, who proposed afterwards.

But it quickly becomes clear that Belle isn’t being entirely honest about her day. What is she hiding?

Aaron looking angry on Emmerdale
Aaron is having none of it (Credit: ITV)

Aaron shifts the blame onto Chas and Charity

Next, Lydia shifts her focus onto Aaron. However, he pushes back when the Dingles demand to know where he was, and points the finger at Aaron instead.

A flashback shows Chas and Charity discussing recent events – but is there more to their conversation than meets the eye?

Caleb looking suspicious
Just what is Caleb hiding? (Credit: ITV)

Caleb and Nate tell all

Afterwards, it’s Caleb and Nate’s turn to share the details of their whereabouts.

A flashback shows what really happened, but is Caleb hiding something more?

Mandy looking horrified on Emmerdale
Lisa isn’t telling the full truth (Credit: ITV)

Mandy and Marlon grow cagey

As the night continues, it becomes clear that emotional Mandy is hiding a secret. But, just what is she holding back?

Then, a flashback reveals what happened as Marlon talks through his day. However, Marlon isn’t entirely open with his family.

Sam talking to Lydia on Emmerdale
Sam tells Lydia how it all went down (Credit: ITV)

Sam reveals the truth

With nobody admitting their part in Craig’s death, Lydia remains convinced that someone is lying. Guilt-ridden Sam is no longer able to keep quiet.

As Sam reveals the truth, a final flashback cuts back to the events of the barn. Who killed Craig?

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Emmerdale usually airs on weekdays at 7.30pm, with an hour long episode on Thursdays.

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Joel Harley
Freelance Writer