Emmerdale viewers are convinced that newcomer Kev Townsend (Chris Coghill) won’t be sticking around for long — and many believe his days in the Dales are numbered. But in a twist that’s set social media buzzing, fans think his killer won’t be the obvious suspect, Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller).

Kev’s Explosive Arrival

Kev burst onto the scene earlier this year after serving a long prison sentence for bank robbery. His arrival sent shockwaves through the village when it was revealed that, during his time behind bars, he had married Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley).

At the time, Robert believed Kev would never be released, and their prison relationship was born more out of survival than love. But now that Kev is free, he’s determined to rekindle their “marriage” in the real world — much to Aaron’s dismay.

A Dangerous Rivalry

Tensions between Aaron and Kev have been simmering since Kev’s return. The two have clashed repeatedly, but this week, things took a darker turn. In Tuesday’s (October 28) episode, Kev showed his sinister side, threatening to kill Aaron if he interfered with his relationship with Robert.

Aaron later confided in Robert about Kev’s threats, leaving Robert shaken. When he confronted Kev, the argument nearly boiled over before Aaron arrived — forcing Kev to mask his rage behind a calm façade.

Viewers Predict Murder

After Kev’s violent warning, fans are now convinced the storyline is building toward a deadly confrontation. However, most agree that if Kev is murdered, Aaron won’t be the one holding the weapon.

On a popular Emmerdale Facebook page, one viewer wrote: “Really can’t stand Robert’s husband!” Another added: “Get Chas to kill him.” Others quickly agreed, suggesting that Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) — Aaron’s fiercely protective mother — could be the one to take matters into her own hands if Kev hurts her son.

“Aaron would be too obvious,” one fan pointed out. “If Kev does something bad to Aaron, I can see Chas going after him.”

Is Kev’s Fate Sealed?

Actor Chris Coghill recently teased that Kev is “unhinged,” admitting that while his feelings for Robert are real, they’re far from healthy. “It’s very complicated,” he said. “There are genuine feelings there, but they’re not quite what they should be.”

Ryan Hawley, who plays Robert, added: “It’s unclear what Kev’s feelings really are. There’s this guy who turns up and says he’s his husband, but Robert is trying to actively pursue Aaron. It’s an absolute bombshell.”

What Happens Next?

With tensions rising and Kev’s threats escalating, Emmerdale looks set to deliver another shocking twist. Whether Aaron, Chas, or someone else entirely strikes back, fans are bracing for a storyline that could end in murder — and no shortage of suspects.