Composite image of Aaron and Robert on Emmerdale (Credit: ITV/Composite: EI)

A new Emmerdale fan theory has suggested that Aaron Dingle could go to prison for killing Anthony Fox – and will reunite with former husband Robert in there.

Aaron killed monster Anthony after learing what he had done to Ruby as a teenager. Confronting the old man, memories of his own trauma at the hands of Gordon came flooding back. And, as Anthony provoked him with a series of vile comments at Ruby’s expense, Aaron lashed out, beating him to within an inch of his life.

Anthony was punched to the ground by an angry Aaron (Credit: ITV)
Aaron attacked Anthony, leaving him for dead (Credit: ITV)

Aaron to face jail time after killing Anthony?

As Aaron fled, those inches seemingly caught up with Anthony. He returned to the scene of the crime with John, only to find Anthony dead. With Aaron now in the frame for murder, the pair set about cleaning up the crime scene.

But, soaps being soap, the truth is bound to come out eventually. And if Aaron should find himself in prison, some viewers have wondered whether he might be reunited with a certain fan favourite husband.

Robert Sugden, after all, is currently in prison serving time after murdering his sister’s rapist, Lee. Soon after, he was transferred to a new prison in the Isle of Wight. This put an end to their star-crossed relationship… but that hasn’t stopped fans for begging for a Robron reunion.

Is a Robron reunion on the cards?

Robert crying on the dock in Emmerdale
Robert is currently serving time for murdering Lee (Credit: ITV)

Aaron to reunite with Robert in prison, Emmerdale fans predict

Writing on social media in the aftermath of Aaron’s crime, fans shared their theories as to whether prison might bring him closer to ex-husband Rob.

“Getting anxiety thinking of the possibility that Aaron could go to prison for this.. the only upside being that Robert is in there,” wrote one fan on X.

“What if Aaron gets thrown in jail for killing Anthony and gets sentenced to the Isle of Wight. I’m a big RobRon fan and desperately want those two back together. I wish Ryan Hawley would come back to Emmerdale (and help revive the show) even if it was just for one episode!” another speculated, over on Reddit.

“Have a feeling Aaron and Rob will end up in the same prison…” a third hinted.

Could Robert and Aaron reunite behind bars?

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