Teens Caught in Ray’s Web

April Windsor (Amelia Flanagan) and Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle) have reached breaking point in Emmerdale, as Ray Walters’ (Joe Absolom) manipulative tactics push them deeper into the drug-dealing ring.

What began as April helping Dylan with small jobs has spiralled into full-scale involvement, with Ray orchestrating events to ensure neither teen can walk away. Even April’s terrifying encounter by the canal—when a young man pulled a knife and stole her stash—was part of Ray’s calculated plan to keep her trapped.

Dylan Fears for His Life

When Dylan tried to protect April, Ray claimed that pulling her out would enrage the “big bosses” and could get Dylan killed. Believing Ray’s lies, Dylan panicked and agreed they should carry on dealing to “keep him safe.”

April reluctantly went along with the decision, convinced that working off their so-called debt was the only way forward. But in reality, Ray was never in danger—he’s been playing them all along.

Leo in Hospital After April’s Mistake

As April juggles school, family, and Ray’s demands, the pressure reaches a devastating climax. Rhona (Zoë Henry) innocently asks April to watch over her younger brother Leo. But when Ray insists she complete a job, April abandons Leo for a few hours, convinced he’ll be fine.

In her rush, April drops a packet of pills—and returns home to the sight of Leo being loaded into an ambulance. The horrifying moment leaves April shaken to her core.

April Finally Snaps—But Ray Overhears

The near tragedy pushes April to breaking point. She tells Dylan she wants out of Ray’s empire, determined to come clean and end the cycle before more lives are put at risk. Dylan agrees.

But April doesn’t realise that Ray has overheard everything. To him, April is nothing more than a disposable pawn—and he’s not about to let her walk away.

What Happens Next?

As April faces the fallout from Leo’s hospital emergency, the stakes have never been higher. With Ray tightening his grip and Dylan torn between fear and loyalty, the teens’ desperate attempt to escape could spark deadly consequences.