BBC Share Add as a preferred source on Google By Claire Crick 17 Feb 2026, 11:02 By Claire Crick 17 Feb 2026, 11:02 Early iPlayer release sees unexpected twist in Jasmine's arrest as two main characters exit Walford Jasmine's arrest cases huge drama in Albert Square Chrissie Watts Jake Moon Jasmine Fisher Share Add as a preferred source on Google By Claire Crick 17 Feb 2026, 11:02 By Claire Crick 17 Feb 2026, 11:02 WARNING: This article is full of spoilers for today’s episode of EastEnders, which is streaming on BBC iPlayer now, but has not yet aired on BBC One – and sees two characters leave Walford following Jasmine’s arrest. Jasmine is finally arrested for Anthony’s murder in today’s EastEnders, but while everyone saw it coming, no one could predict the rest of the drama unfolding in Walford. Kat tries to get her head around what Jasmine has done in EastEnders (Credit: BBC) Kat sees Jasmine’s true colours As Kat reels from Jasmine’s murder confession, Jasmine finally reveals exactly what happened the night Anthony died. She tells Kat she acted in self-defence and that Zoe would be dead if she hadn’t intervened. However, it’s all too much for Kat to take in. She tries to think of a way to get Zoe out of prison, while also keeping Jasmine safe. But as the reality of what Jasmine is saying hits, the truth dawns on Kat. Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers Remembering that Jasmine came back to the Vic with Chrissie less than an hour after Anthony was killed, Kat now realises that her granddaughter did this knowing that Anthony was dead upstairs. She blames Jasmine for turning the screw on Zoe, all while knowing that Zoe was dealing with Anthony’s unexplained death. Kat is incredulous that Jasmine returned to the scene of the crime and calls her cold and calculated. But while the pair are arguing, Chrissie arrives and demands to know what is going on. Sam tells Kat some home truths (Credit: BBC) Jasmine’s arrest causes trouble in EastEnders Desperate to clear her name, Chrissie asks Kat what she is going to do with Jasmine now. But Kat protects Jasmine and tells Chrissie that she didn’t kill Anthony. Later, when they’re alone again, Jasmine questions why Kat didn’t tell Chrissie the truth. Kat admits she wants to keep the secret close to home while they make a plan. Jasmine points out that she has a video of what happened the night Anthony died and that it will prove she acted in self-defence. However, when they go downstairs to get Jasmine’s bag, it is missing. As everyone searches The Vic for the missing bag, Jasmine freaks out and runs. Jasmine’s arrest causes drama in EastEnders (Credit: BBC) Kat makes a tough call Kat is devastated that Jasmine has done another runner so soon after confessing. Big Mo and Sam are shocked to learn Jasmine is guilty, and while Kat tries to get her head around things, Sam points out Jasmine is running rings around the whole family and that Kat needs to fight fire with fire. But before Sam can say more, Jasmine walks back into the pub with the murder weapon. After confessing to killing Anthony with a salt lamp, Jasmine gives it to Kat in a bag. She suggests they should wipe her prints off of it and use it to frame Chrissie. However, as Jasmine is forming a plan to stay out of prison, Kat looks guilty as the police arrive. Jasmine is stunned that Kat has called the police, and Kat tries to reason that she thought she had run away again, and she needs to get Zoe out of prison. As Jasmine begs Oscar to find her phone and help her prove she’s telling the truth, more drama is unfolding outside the pub. Jake gets down on kne knee today (Credit: BBC) EastEnders: Jasmine’s arrest leads to Jake and Chrissie’s exit Chrissie tells Jake that things are over between them after he almost tricked her into confessing to a murder she didn’t commit. However, he has other plans and says he has something to do and races off in his car. While Jake is gone, Chrissie considers calling the police to tell them about Danny’s death, but before she makes the call, Jake returns and proposes. At first, Chrissie is shocked and turns him down, telling him they only work when they’re on the same page. Eventually, he convinces her that he is sorry and wants to put things right, and she accepts his proposal. However, just as they kiss, the police turn up. Panicking that she’s been framed by Kat and Jasmine, Chrissie and Jake make a hasty exit from the Square. Will they get their happy ending after all? Read more: Who’s leaving, joining and returning to EastEnders? Complete list of cast exits, arrivals and returns. Share Add as a preferred source on Google Good to Know Share Add as a preferred source on Google By Claire Crick 17 Feb 2026, 11:02 By Claire Crick 17 Feb 2026, 11:02 Next Story
