{"id":676977,"date":"2026-01-06T05:09:18","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T05:09:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/676977\/"},"modified":"2026-01-06T05:09:18","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T05:09:18","slug":"who-killed-ray-in-emmerdale-itv-launches-new-whodunnit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/676977\/","title":{"rendered":"Who killed Ray in Emmerdale? ITV launches new &#8216;whodunnit&#8217;"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Emmerdale viewers are sharing theories about who killed villain Ray Walters after Monday&#8217;s shocking episode<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35 __className_5d9e5a\">Charlotte Tutton<\/strong> Soaps Editor and <strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35 __className_5d9e5a\">Angie Quinn<\/strong> Screen Time Reporter <\/p>\n<p>22:26, 05 Jan 2026Updated 22:26, 05 Jan 2026<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/0_ECR_191225_ray.jpg\" alt=\"Ray Walters\" loading=\"eager\"  \/>Ray Walters has been killed off in Emmerdale (Image: ITV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Another shocking demise unfolded on <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/all-about\/emmerdale\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"EmmerdaleLink opens in a new tab.\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Emmerdale<\/a> this Monday, as antagonist Ray Walters met his end.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">The villain was last witnessed dealing with the consequences of his sinister behaviour, as residents turned against him.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Last week delivered the chilling scene where he murdered his mother Celia Daniels, a fellow antagonist who had orchestrated their illicit drug enterprise and worker exploitation scheme at their farm.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Ray fatally stabbed Celia before declaring to her lifeless form that he was now &#8220;free&#8221;. He had anticipated this would allow him a fresh start with Celia eliminated, but his efforts proved futile.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">He quickly antagonised multiple characters, with Laurel discovering his activities.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1_Emmerdale-ep-1.jpg\" alt=\"Emmerdale viewers learned villain Ray Walters had mysteriously died\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/>Emmerdale viewers learned villain Ray Walters had mysteriously died(Image: ITV)READ MORE: <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/lifestyle\/tv\/itv-corriedale-chaos-two-fan-33172547\" data-tmdatatrack=\"read-more\" data-tmdatatrack-articleid=\"33172547\" data-tmdatatrack-source=\"editorial\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ITV Corriedale chaos as two fan favourites killed off and legend receives sad diagnosis<\/a>READ MORE: <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/lifestyle\/tv\/cain-dingle-leaving-emmerdale-fans-33172456\" data-tmdatatrack=\"read-more\" data-tmdatatrack-articleid=\"33172456\" data-tmdatatrack-source=\"editorial\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Is Cain Dingle leaving Emmerdale? Fans issue demand after health diagnosis bombshell<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Disgusted by the trauma Ray and Celia inflicted upon April and Dylan, she informed him their relationship was finished, and they would never reunite, reports <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mirror.co.uk\/tv\/tv-news\/emmerdale-fans-rumble-who-killed-36480671\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">the Mirror<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Monday&#8217;s episode opened with a mysterious corpse being hauled across the ground, later identified as Ray, launching another murder mystery. Initially, there were no clues regarding the circumstances or perpetrator.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Ray&#8217;s body was shown with staring eyes, partially concealed by a covering. This covering was being pulled along the floor by an unidentified individual, presumably the murderer or an accomplice.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Near the episode&#8217;s conclusion, viewers caught a glimpse of a potential suspect. Ray&#8217;s final facial expression conveyed complete shock and fear.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/0_Emmerdale-ep-1.jpg\" alt=\"Another brutal death was revealed on Emmerdale on Monday\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/>Another brutal death was revealed on Emmerdale on Monday(Image: ITV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">**For the latest showbiz, TV, movie and streaming news, go to the new **<\/strong><a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.everythinggossip.com\/\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Everything Gossip<\/strong><\/a><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">** website**<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">It appears he wasn&#8217;t anticipating his end. We witnessed various scenes, including tearful individuals, people attempting to conceal evidence and seemingly casual exchanges.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Rhona Goskirk rang someone and enquired, &#8220;Have you done it?&#8221; whilst Marlon was spotted concealing his mobile phone. When Rhona questioned his whereabouts, he offered various justifications.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Nearby, Ross Barton was sitting in a vehicle with the missing April. She assured him she&#8217;d be fine now and he promised he &#8220;had her back&#8221;, but warned they &#8220;better not mention this&#8221; to anyone.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">The nature of &#8220;this was&#8221; is yet to be disclosed. Ross glanced towards the rear seat where a firearm lay. Laurel was subsequently shown cleaning a pair of scissors, her trembling hands betraying her state of distress.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1_Celia-Ray-Emmerdale-2.png\" alt=\"Celia and Ray have terrorised Emmerdale\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/>Celia and Ray have terrorised Emmerdale before their untimely deaths (Image: ITV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">April then confided in Rhona and Marlon about her woodland encounter with Ray.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Rhona wondered whether April was concerned that Celia and Ray might search for her, with Marlon remaining silent as April responded &#8220;maybe&#8221;. This might indicate they&#8217;re unaware of Ray and Celia&#8217;s deaths, suggesting they aren&#8217;t the perpetrators.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Naturally, one of them could be feigning ignorance to hide their involvement. As April tearfully confessed her struggle with the knowledge she&#8217;d ended someone&#8217;s life, oblivious to Callum&#8217;s survival, several potential culprits emerged.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Rhona seemed troubled by April&#8217;s reference to &#8220;taking a man&#8217;s life&#8221;, before the camera shifted to Laurel as April continued speaking, with Laurel weeping. We then observed Ross with the weapon, before the shot revealed Ray&#8217;s motionless form in the body bag, eyes shut.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/9_01_emm_april_dylan_01.jpg\" alt=\"The baddie had last been seen facing the repercussions of his dark actions, with villagers turning on him\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/>The baddie had last been seen facing the repercussions of his dark actions, with villagers turning on him(Image: ITV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">However, there was another twist during the dramatic<a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/lifestyle\/tv\/itv-corriedale-chaos-two-fan-33172547\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\"> Corriedale episode<\/a> as Ray&#8217;s dead body appeared in the back of Jai Sharma&#8217;s (Chris Bisson) van. But how did it get there?<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\"><a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailystar.co.uk\/latest\/emmerdale\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Emmerdale<\/a> viewers have been speculating about Ray&#8217;s death, with one person writing: &#8220;I feel Dylan killed Ray tbh.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Another fan speculated: &#8220;Guys Bear killed Ray,&#8221; while a third suggested: &#8220;Curveball suspects &#8211; Arthur Jai.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">A fourth viewer questioned: &#8220;What about Ross?&#8221; and another queried: &#8220;Did Laurel stab Ray to death?&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Emmerdale airs weekdays on ITV and ITVX<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Emmerdale viewers are sharing theories about who killed villain Ray Walters after Monday&#8217;s shocking episode Charlotte Tutton Soaps&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":676978,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5010],"tags":[748,959,4884,208,16,15,1764],"class_list":{"0":"post-676977","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-wales","8":"tag-britain","9":"tag-emmerdale","10":"tag-great-britain","11":"tag-itv","12":"tag-uk","13":"tag-united-kingdom","14":"tag-wales"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/115846432282744526","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/676977","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=676977"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/676977\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/676978"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=676977"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=676977"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=676977"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}