ITV / EmmerdaleInsider Share By Rebecca Sayers Jan 6 2026 By Rebecca Sayers Jan 6 2026 Emmerdale spoilers for next week: Moira is arrested, Ray's body is discovered and Jai becomes suspect number one Shockwaves are sent through the village Jai Sharma Moira Dingle Ray Walters Share By Rebecca Sayers Jan 6 2026 By Rebecca Sayers Jan 6 2026 In Emmerdale spoilers for next week, the aftermath of Ray’s murder rocks the village – but who is the guilty party? And with further revelations coming to light, Moira finds herself wrapped up in the mess Celia left. Elsewhere, Paddy still is desperate to find Bear, but things begin to look even more slim. Read on for full Emmerdale spoilers for next week. The police want answers (Credit: ITV) Moira is arrested for human trafficking 1. The police ask questions about Moira While Moira is picking Cain up from the hospital, the police arrive at the village, asking questions. article continues below Read all the latest spoilers When Robert and Victoria are asked about Moira, they do their best to make her sound positive. But when it’s Joe’s turn to answer some questions, he doesn’t make Moira look so innocent. Celia’s actions lead to an arrest for Moira (Credit: ITV) 2. Moira is arrested After their interviews, the police arrive on the farm with a search warrant. But Moira is adamant she has nothing to hide, and lets them look around the house. Very quickly they find some evidence and arrest Moira on suspicion of human trafficking. And as she is led away, Caleb promises to get her the best lawyer possible to help his brother. The police have their eyes on Jai (Credit: ITV) ITV Jai is suspect number one 3. Ray’s body is found The police arrive at the depot to continue their search for drugs. But Jai, Caleb and Billy are left shocked when Ray’s body is found in one of the trucks. Things get worse for Jai (Credit: ITV) 4. Jai looks guilty The police try to work out a timeline of Jai’s use of the van. But after they leave, Caleb asks if he has anything to tell him but Jai thinks Caleb killed Ray. However, Caleb is convinced it’s someone closer to home… 5. The police look for connections The next day, the police ask Caleb if Jai would have any motive to kill Ray. And so Caleb informs them of Laurel and Jai’s past – leaving them very intrigued. Marlon is upset to realise he has hurt Laurel (Credit: ITV) Laurel struggles and Jai is taken in for questioning 6. Laurel is upset After hearing that Ray’s body was found, Laurel has a go at Marlon for not telling her about what was going on sooner. And not long after, the police arrive to interview Laurel about her own relationship with Ray. Jai blames Dylan and April (Credit: ITV) 7. Jai is taken in for questioning Laurel accidentally confirms that Jai wasn’t too happy about her relationship with Ray, and he is then taken in for questioning. But Laurel tries to reassure the police that Jai could never kill someone. However, later, in the pub, Jai tries to point the finger at April and Dylan. But it’s clear all eyes are on him. Bear remains missing (Credit: ITV) Paddy remains hopeful 8. Paddy tries to keep positive As the search for Bear begins to look even worse than before, Paddy tries to keep himself busy. And even Lewis tries to console him – but actually only makes matters worse 9. There is a fresh grave But as Paddy is falling apart, nobody is aware there is a newly disturbed bit of soil next to Anya’s grave – is this confirmation Bear is actually dead? There are a lot of suspects in the frame (Credit: ITV) Elsewhere in Emmerdale spoilers 10. April tries to make Dylan feel better Dylan is upset that Ray is dead. But when April tries to make him realise that he was manipulating them from the beginning, Dylan storms out – adamant that he didn’t deserve to die. Kim thinks Joe is up to something (Credit: ITV) 11. Kim is suspicious When Kim hears about Moira’s arrest, she initially asks Joe if he said anything to paint her negatively, before deciding she actually doesn’t want to know. But when she leaves the room, Joe makes a secret phone call asking for an update. What is he up to? Read more: Who’s leaving Emmerdale in 2026? A complete guide to departures, returns and new arrivals in the Dales Share Good to Know Share By Rebecca Sayers Jan 6 2026 By Rebecca Sayers Jan 6 2026 Previous Story Next Story