Who should Anthony's killer be? Why some fans are desperate for it to be Steph

Fans think the reveal would be 'nuclear'
Joel Harley

It’s been a long time coming – and tonight’s episode of Emmerdale will reveal who is Anthony Fox‘s killer. And there’s a long-line up of potential suspects, from vengeful son-in-law Caleb, to traumatised daughter Ruby and even Aaron Dingle, who suffered similar trauma himself. Meanwhile, a portion of the fanbase are hoping that it might be Steph who delivers the killing blow… or bullet.

Steph has been her grandfather’s most staunch defender, no matter the detriment to her poor mum’s mental health. Since arriving in the village, she’s pushed for Ruby to make nice with Anthony, unaware of the real reason for Ruby’s hurt.

Last night’s episode (Wednesday, January 22) saw Anthony squirm out of trouble as Caleb confronted him with a gun, scarpering as Cain arrived on the scene. He was then cornered by Aaron Dingle, and the outlook isn’t good.

With Anthony’s body set to be found tonight, he’s not long for the world. But who will kill Anthony? Could it be Steph?

Steph smiling on Emmerdale
Steph’s looking for Anthony… but did she find more than she bargained for? (Credit: ITV)

Steph should be Anthony Fox’s killer, Emmerdale fans demand

Sharing a wish-list of potential killers, a number of viewers insisted that Steph should be the one to kill Anthony – reasoning that it would make more sense than rumoured culprit Aaron.

“Personally I would prefer to see Steph as the killer. I don’t think Aaron has it in him especially after Robert,” wrote one fan.

“If Steph isn’t the one to shoot Anthony, then what is the point?” asked another.

Meanwhile, a third suggested that the emotion Anthony’s potential confession might evoke in Steph could be ‘nuclear.’ Might Steph overhear talk of Anthony’s crimes and kill her grandfather?

“Don’t forget Anthony dialled Steph’s mobile number from one of the depot’s office phones. He didn’t actually end that call. Aaron came in and said about having a chat. If the call connected, Steph heard the whole vile truth. The emotion that’d evoke in her. Nuclear,”

“I think Steph should kill him!” another wrote.

Anthony looks worried on Emmerdale
The outlook’s not good for Anthony (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale spoilers tonight: Anthony’s body is found

In Emmerdale spoilers tonight (Thursday, January 23), Anthony’s dead body is found. But who killed him?

And, as they worry about being held responsible for Anthony’s disappearance, a panicking Laurel and Nicola try to track him down – unaware that he’s already dead.

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