The mystery surrounding the death of Emmerdale villain Anthony Fox (Nicholas Day) has taken another twist, 

as fans of the ITV soap have begun speculating that the real killer might not be who viewers initially suspected. 

While many believed Caleb (William Ash) was responsible for Anthony’s death, 

some sharp-eyed fans are now convinced that it’s Anthony’s daughter, Steph (Georgia Jay), who may have taken matters into her own hands.

The latest flashforward in the show showed a bloodied Anthony lying on the ground, but the details of his death remain unclear. 

The last time viewers saw Anthony, he had followed Caleb into his car, where a tense confrontation between father-in-law and son-in-law seemed to be brewing, 

with Caleb hiding a gun behind his back. But was it Caleb who ultimately ended Anthony’s life?

Anthony’s dark history has been at the heart of several shocking revelations in Emmerdale, including his abuse of Ruby (Beth Cordingly) when she was a teenager, which led to him fathering her daughter, Steph. Ruby and Caleb had spent years believing that Caleb was Steph’s biological father, only for a DNA test to reveal the painful truth. When Caleb learned that there was no way he was Steph’s father, he assumed Ruby had cheated with someone else, only for the shocking details of Anthony’s abuse to eventually come to light.

This revelation has left Caleb furious, and many viewers believed that he might kill Anthony in an act of revenge for his actions against Ruby. Actor William Ash, who portrays Caleb, discussed the devastating impact such a death would have on the family. He shared that if Caleb were the killer, it would be “devastating” for both Ruby and Steph, as they would have to live with the aftermath of a murder within their family, especially with Ruby having carried such a traumatic secret for years.

However, recent developments in the story are leading some fans to rethink their theories. While Caleb’s rage towards Anthony seemed like a perfect motive for murder, some Emmerdale fans believe that Steph may have already known about her grandfather’s dark past and could be the one responsible for his death. Given that Anthony’s abusive behavior was kept a secret for so long, fans are now speculating that Steph might have been more aware of the truth than viewers have been led to believe.

One theory that has gained traction on social media is that Steph may have overheard or been told about Anthony’s abuse of Ruby, which led to her deciding to take matters into her own hands. On a popular Emmerdale Facebook fan page, one viewer wrote: “I think Steph kills him, and she’s known all along what he is via the dead grandmother.” This refers to the fact that Ruby had confided in her late mother about the abuse, but no one intervened. The theory goes that Steph, now aware of the truth, could have reacted violently to protect her mother and herself from the man who ruined their lives.

Others have speculated that Steph might have been present at the depot during the confrontation between Caleb and Anthony. One fan wrote, “I think it’s Steph that kills him. I think Caleb plays Russian roulette with him so he will admit what he did. Steph hears the whole thing, grabs or tries to grab the gun in anger, and it goes off, shooting Caleb.” Another fan echoed this sentiment, suggesting that Steph would not hesitate to take action, realizing for the first time why Ruby had protected her for so many years.

Further fueling the speculation, Emmerdale viewers have pointed out that Steph’s arrival in the village coincided with her grandfather’s return, and she was seen discussing her strained relationship with Ruby. Despite the distance between them, some fans believe that Steph could have been so enraged by the truth about her grandfather that she might have taken his life in a moment of fury.

On Twitter, fans have also weighed in on the theory, with one user writing, “It’s obvious it’ll be Steph who kills her grandad/dad, she’s already at the depot,” while another added, “Well, we know Steph’s at the depot because Anthony rang her. Also, why wouldn’t Steph get an electrician like Noah rather than her grandad?”

As the mystery surrounding Anthony’s death deepens, fans are eager to see how the story unfolds. Whether or not Steph is the one who kills Anthony, the shocking twist that has emerged has certainly added an intriguing layer to an already complex storyline. As viewers continue to speculate, the stage is set for a dramatic resolution, with Emmerdale once again keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

With so many unanswered questions surrounding Anthony’s fate and Steph’s role in the story, it’s clear that this storyline will continue to be a focal point for the soap in the coming weeks. Whether Caleb or Steph ends up responsible for Anthony’s death, one thing is certain: Emmerdale fans are in for a gripping ride.

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