EastEnders is preparing a tense and unsettling Christmas for Zoe Slater as the stalker storyline escalates again. Next week, Zoe becomes convinced she has uncovered the identity of the person tormenting her. But her discovery pushes her into dangerous territory and leaves the Slater family close to breaking point.

Zoe Fixates on a New Suspect

Zoe’s mental state is deteriorating. Her paranoia is rising, and each new clue sends her spiralling. After last week’s explosive accusation aimed at Jean, Zoe now believes she has found fresh evidence. This time, she decides her younger brother Tommy Moon is the person behind the hate campaign.

“Zoe’s fragile state of mind means she’s not thinking straight,” an insider explains. The uncertainty fuels the storyline. Someone is clearly targeting Zoe, and the attacks are calculated. But the true culprit remains hidden.

A Community Celebration Turns Sinister

Freddie and Anna prepare to leave Walford for their travels. The Slaters try to focus on farewells rather than conflict. Kat pushes for unity, urging Zoe to stay calm. But tension lingers beneath every conversation.

The community gathers for the Christmas light switch‑on. Spirits lift—until the event is disrupted. As the lights flash on, a chilling message appears in the window of The Vic. It is aimed directly at Zoe. The reveal shocks everyone. The stalker has struck again, and the timing is deliberate.

The incident pushes Zoe to new extremes. She becomes more determined to expose the truth and refuses to let anyone stand in her way.

A Discovery in Tommy’s Bag

Later, Zoe notices something in Tommy’s rucksack. The item convinces her that Tommy is her stalker. She confronts him, furious and desperate for answers.

Tommy denies everything. He is stunned by the accusation and begs Kat and Alfie to believe him. The confrontation explodes into another argument between Zoe and Kat. Kat defends her son, and Zoe lashes out in frustration and fear. The atmosphere becomes so intense that Kat makes a painful decision—she throws Zoe out of The Vic.

Zoe’s sense of isolation deepens. Her behaviour worries everyone, and new questions emerge. Has she misread the situation again?

A Watcher in the Shadows

Lauren offers Zoe much‑needed support. Their new friendship gives Zoe a rare moment of peace. They talk about Zoe’s search for her long‑lost son. It is a vulnerable conversation, but danger is not far.

As the pair walk through the Square, someone watches them from the shadows. The stalker remains close. Their intentions are unknown. The threat feels more personal than ever.

The final scene leaves viewers wondering if the real tormentor is about to reveal themselves—or if the game is only beginning.