Emmerdale delivered a tense and mysterious night as John Sugden was seen burying a body in the woods. While it initially appeared to be Mack, some fans are convinced it’s actually someone else. The drama has viewers buzzing about possible twists in the ITV soap.

John’s Deadly Encounter with Mack

Thursday night’s episode showed John confronting Mack in a shocking showdown. John shot Mack with a bow and arrow and then crushed his head with a rock. While viewers didn’t see Mack’s body afterward, a blanket-covered figure was loaded into John’s van.

The scenes were deliberately ambiguous, leaving fans questioning whether Mack is truly dead. John’s cunning move has heightened suspense and speculation among viewers.

Fans Suggest a Major Twist

During the latest episode, John was seen burying a body under leaves in the woods. Social media quickly lit up with theories. Many fans suspect the buried figure isn’t Mack at all.

“Long shot but what if the body in the woods is Anthony and not Mack? Killing off Mack would be mental even for these writers,” wrote one viewer. Another added, “We haven’t seen a body. Just saying. Or Anthony’s…”

Fans are dissecting every detail, from the location of the burial to the timing of Mack’s disappearance. Some believe the writers are setting up a fake-out, keeping Mack alive for future storylines.

Anthony’s Previous Death Adds Suspense

The speculation is fueled by Anthony Fox’s earlier death. Anthony was killed by his daughter, Ruby Milligan, after Aaron Dingle mistakenly believed he was a killer. John disposed of Anthony’s body but never revealed its location.

This history makes it plausible that the body John buried in the woods could be Anthony’s. Fans are weighing every possibility, from Mack being kidnapped to a decoy burial.

Clues That Mack Might Still Be Alive

Some viewers point out that Mack’s death hasn’t been confirmed on-screen. Social media reactions include comments like, “Mack’s not dead till the body turns up, fake out coming,” and “Will we find out tomorrow? I think he will live.”

Additionally, Charity, Mack’s pregnant wife, received a message from him. Unknown to her, the message was sent by John, who claimed Mack had left the village and ended their marriage. This deceit has left fans suspecting John is still manipulating the situation.

Villagers in the Dark

In the episode, none of the villagers believe Mack has been murdered. Charity is devastated by the message, thinking Mack has abandoned her. Meanwhile, John continues to cover his tracks with calculated moves.

The combination of John’s clever schemes and the lack of physical proof keeps the audience guessing. The storyline raises questions about who is actually dead and who may be held hostage.

What to Expect Next

The upcoming episodes promise to reveal the truth behind the burial. Will Mack survive John’s attack? Or is Anthony’s body the one under the leaves?

Fans are on edge, knowing John’s cunning ways make him a difficult villain to outsmart. The suspense ensures that viewers will be glued to ITV, anticipating every revelation in the weeks ahead.