EastEnders fans are on edge following Tuesday’s intense episode as a gun went off during a chaotic confrontation, leaving viewers speculating whether a longtime Slater family member may have been shot. The episode aired on September 2, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of the iconic Slaters family, making the stakes feel even higher.

Zoe and Kat’s Emotional Reunion

The week kicked off with Michelle Ryan’s Zoe returning to Albert Square after 20 years. Despite appearing in London earlier in June, Zoe had avoided her mother, Kat Slater, until now. Her return was orchestrated by her brother, Tommy Moon, who tricked her into coming back to Walford under the guise of retrieving their late father Alfie’s credit card.

Zoe and Kat finally reunited on-screen, delivering poignant moments of connection and tension. Kat was thrilled to see her daughter, while Zoe remained cautious, intent on collecting her money and leaving. The reunion was marked by heartfelt conversations about past trauma, including Zoe revealing that she regretted her pregnancy as a teenager following her uncle Harry’s assault.

Chaos Strikes: Gunfire in the Square

Despite the emotional scenes between mother and daughter, the drama escalated outside the Queen Vic. Drug dealer Ravi Gulati confronted policeman Jack Branning over a missing firearm, culminating in a violent struggle. During the fight, a gun went off, leaving the fate of the Slater family uncertain.

While early speculation hinted that Zoe or Kat could have been the target, EastEnders fans on Reddit are suggesting a different victim entirely. Many believe Mo Slater, the beloved matriarch of the family played by Laila Morse, may have been shot.

Fans Speculate on the Victim

Several fans weighed in on the potential victim of the shooting:

• @LilNardoDaVinci suggested it could be Denise, noting she stepped outside during the confrontation and that Jack and Ravi’s reactions seemed pointed.

• @Iokastez argued Mo is more likely, reasoning that Kat and Zoe were too obvious choices, and Mo had just brought Zoe back upstairs for dinner.

• @Delicious_Key4521 and @FadelessRipley highlighted the timing, pointing out that this year marks the 25th anniversary of the Slaters on the soap, hinting that the storyline may serve as a significant exit for a longstanding character.

Fans also speculated that a dramatic exit for Mo could explain the absence of Stacey and Freddie in upcoming episodes. Laila Morse, who has portrayed Mo for 25 years, would bring significant weight to such a storyline.

What’s Next

Viewers will have to wait until Wednesday, September 3, when the next episode airs at 7.30 pm on BBC One and is simulcast on BBC iPlayer. There’s no early release, which means fans will have to tune in to learn whether Mo, or another beloved Slater, survived the shocking gunfire.

The episode promises more twists and emotional beats as EastEnders continues to celebrate the legacy of the Slater family while keeping fans guessing about who may be leaving Walford.