In a shocking turn of events on Emmerdale, fans have begun to

speculate about a potential serial killer

storyline

spurred by the discovery of a submerged body in a frozen lake following a devastating limo crash.

The tense scenes, which aired recently, featured Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins) swerving her limousine to avoid her son Noah (Jack Downham),

who had wandered into the path of the vehicle. The crash resulted in a harrowing series of events,

including Amy Wyatt (Natalie Jamieson) being trapped beneath the ice and fighting for survival.

While viewers were focused on Amy’s fight against hypothermia in the hospital, they were also left wondering about the identity of another body discovered under the ice.

As Amy struggled to regain consciousness, she attempted to tell her husband Matty Barton (Ash Palmisciano) about a deceased individual she had seen in the lake. Her words sparked fresh speculation among fans, who believe that the unidentified body could be that of Nate Robinson (Jurell Carter), who left the village under mysterious circumstances last year.

The theory was given further weight when Amy spotted a hand beneath the water, wearing a bracelet that closely resembled one that Frankie (Teresa Banham) had made for Nate. This clue has led viewers to believe that Nate could have met a tragic end, and some are even suggesting that the storyline may involve a dark twist—a serial killer plotline.

In Thursday’s episode (February 20), available on ITVX, the situation grew even more intense as the mystery deepened. Amy briefly regained consciousness while in the hospital, and her attempt to inform Matty about the submerged body intensified suspicions that the dead individual could be Nate. When the camera zoomed in on the decaying body, viewers were able to catch a glimpse of an arm wrapped in chains, with the distinctive bracelet clearly visible. This was a pivotal moment for Emmerdale fans, many of whom are now convinced that the dead person in the lake is indeed Nate.

As the mystery unfolded, attention turned to John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth), who has become a prime suspect in Nate’s possible murder. John, who was the last person to see Nate before he left the village, was seen discussing Nate’s sudden departure with Tracy (Amy Walsh). He pointed out that Nate hadn’t even said goodbye to his daughter, Frankie, which raised eyebrows among viewers. This, coupled with John’s eerie calmness when disposing of Anthony Fox’s (Nicholas Day) body, has led many fans to speculate that John may be hiding a dark secret.

In recent episodes, John has been seen wearing a set of army dog tags bearing the name “Aidan Moore,” further fueling suspicions that he might be involved in more sinister activities. Fans are now questioning whether John is not only the last person to have seen Nate, but also whether he could be a serial killer, having assumed the identity of the real John Sugden.

Social media has been abuzz with theories, with one fan speculating, “It’s obviously Nate’s arm.” Others have pointed out the significance of the bracelet, with one viewer noting, “Frankie was making bracelets last week and gave Amy one, so she knows about them and would recognize it as Nate’s.” Another fan offered their theory, saying, “Nate ‘left’ around the barn fire originally, didn’t he? It’s likely connected to the characters involved in that. My main guess is John at the moment.”

The theory that John may have murdered Nate and disposed of his body is gaining traction among viewers. Some fans believe that John could have found Nate either dead or injured after the barn fire incident and quietly removed him from the village, ensuring that no one would notice his absence. This would explain the lack of closure surrounding Nate’s sudden departure, which has left many questions unanswered.

As the storyline continues to unfold, Emmerdale fans are eagerly speculating about the dark twists and turns that may be ahead. The mystery surrounding the submerged body, combined with the eerie possibility of a serial killer plotline, has left fans on the edge of their seats. With each new clue and revelation, the tension in the village is only escalating, and viewers are more invested than ever in uncovering the truth behind Nate’s disappearance—and whether John Sugden could be hiding a deadly secret.

Will the identity of the body in the lake be revealed as Nate’s, and if so, what does this mean for John Sugden’s role in the mystery? Fans will need to stay tuned as the chilling saga continues to unfold, with Emmerdale promising more twists and suspense in the coming weeks.