Emmerdale fans are buzzing with theories about who really spiked Chas Dingle, and many believe Ella Forster is being wrongly accused. The drama unfolded during last week’s episodes when Chas collapsed after her drink was tampered with, but growing speculation points to another suspect—Jon Sugden, the partner of Chas’s son, Aaron Dingle.
The shocking incident occurred during Chas and Liam Cavanagh’s surprise engagement party, which Ella, Liam’s ex-girlfriend, unintentionally crashed. Tensions flared after a drink spillage led to a heated argument between Chas and Ella. The situation took a darker turn when Chas suddenly collapsed and was rushed to the hospital, where it was revealed she had been spiked. Suspicion immediately fell on Ella, given her rocky history with Chas and her ongoing presence in Liam’s life.
In Tuesday’s explosive hour-long episode, available on ITVX, Ella desperately tried to clear her name. She insisted she had nothing to do with the spiking and even suggested that Chas might be addicted to painkillers. Despite her pleas, Liam and Chas were left frustrated, feeling Ella was interfering in their relationship. Meanwhile, Manpreet Sharma, who had been supporting Ella, grew increasingly uneasy as the conflict continued—especially given her professional ties to Liam.
Ella’s refusal to leave the village only intensified the drama. In a bold move, she exposed scandalous photos connected to Manpreet, revealing that she had been the target of blackmail. Despite the chaos, Ella remained adamant about her innocence, leading fans to question whether she might actually be telling the truth.
Many viewers now suspect Jon Sugden may be the real culprit behind Chas’s mysterious collapse. His behavior has raised eyebrows, particularly his awkward attempts to bond with Chas and his over-the-top reaction when she fainted. Fans took to social media to share their theories, with one viewer speculating, “Ella is innocent—Jon is the new serial killer. He’s the one drugging Chas, and anyone who crosses him is next.” Another fan echoed this sentiment, suggesting, “I think it was Jon who tampered with Chas’s medication, not Ella.”
Some fans believe the storyline may take an even darker turn. One theory suggests that Jon could target Liam next, especially if Liam uncovers evidence linking him to the tampered medication. With tensions rising and secrets unraveling, it’s clear that the truth behind Chas’s spiking is far from over—and fans are bracing for a dramatic showdown that could bring unexpected returns and shocking revelations.
As suspicion shifts from Ella to Jon, Emmerdale promises even more twists ahead, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats.
