Emmerdale’s seemingly heroic army medic, John Sugden, is rapidly becoming the subject of sinister fan theories, and the upcoming week promises to throw a beloved villager into a terrifying life-or-death situation that many believe is orchestrated by Jon himself. While initial speculation pointed towards potential targets like his disgruntled boss Liam Cavanaugh or even a repeat attack on the recently unwell Chas Dingle, a chilling new twist has emerged, focusing the danger squarely on Jacob Gallagher.

The official spoilers have revealed that Jacob is set to suffer a terrifying health incident this week when he unknowingly takes a sip of the wrong coffee at the surgery. Given Jacob’s severe allergy, this innocent mistake quickly spirals into a life-threatening anaphylactic shock. As Jacob’s airway closes and his life hangs precariously in the balance, it is none other than John Sugden who races to his aid, stepping in to play the hero and attempt to save the day.

However, a significant portion of Emmerdale’s dedicated fanbase is far from convinced that Jon’s intervention is purely altruistic. A dark theory has taken root, suggesting that Jon is not the savior he appears to be but rather a manipulative figure who may be deliberately putting villagers in harm’s way to then swoop in and be lauded for his bravery. This theory gained momentum following Chas Dingle’s recent overdose on painkillers, a situation where Jon was quick to play the hero and rescue her after Ella Foster was initially suspected.

Adding fuel to this suspicion is Jon’s ongoing conflict with his boss, Liam Cavanaugh. Following Jon’s misdiagnosis of Carrie Wyatt, which led to an official review of his medical practices, viewers have wondered if Liam might become a target of Jon’s potential vengeful tendencies. Furthermore, the lingering mystery surrounding Nate Robinson’s disappearance and the unresolved questions about Anthony Fox’s death have further solidified the image of Jon as a potentially dangerous individual in the minds of many viewers.

But the focus has now sharply shifted towards Jacob Gallagher, and a specific scene has ignited a firestorm of speculation. During a recent episode available early on ITVX, a seemingly innocuous conversation between Jon and his sister Victoria has taken on a chilling new meaning. As Jon confided in Victoria about his past medical errors, she recounted a near-fatal mistake of her own, revealing to Jon that she once almost killed Jacob due to his severe nut allergy. This seemingly casual disclosure has struck a nerve with viewers, particularly in light of the upcoming spoiler about Jacob’s allergic reaction at the surgery.

The timing of Victoria’s revelation, immediately preceding Jacob’s allergic reaction, has led many to believe that it is far from a mere coincidence. The thought that Jon now possesses crucial knowledge about Jacob’s life-threatening allergy has sparked a dark theory: is it possible that Jon deliberately orchestrated Jacob’s allergic reaction? Could he have somehow tampered with the coffee, knowing full well the devastating consequences for Jacob, all for the sake of once again playing the heroic rescuer?

The fact that Jacob’s EpiPen, his vital lifeline in the event of anaphylaxis, is reportedly missing in the spoilers only adds to the sinister implications. This absence would leave Jacob entirely reliant on Jon’s intervention, further solidifying Jon’s “hero” status if he manages to save Jacob’s life.

Viewers have taken to social media in droves to voice their concerns and theories. One viewer ominously commented, “He is definitely a serial killer. Nate so far, poisoned Chaz, and I think Jacob next week.” Another echoed this sentiment, stating, “He definitely drugged Chaz so he could look like the hero by saving her. He will do it to Jacob next week. I saw he has another anaphylactic shot but an empty EP pen. Then Jon saves him.” A more succinct comment simply read, “Oh really, he’s a bad’un isn’t he? Spiking Chaz and now targeting Jacob.”

The pieces of the puzzle are falling into place for many viewers, painting a disturbing picture of Jon Sugden as a potential villain hiding in plain sight. His history of medical errors, his tendency to be present during emergencies, and now his knowledge of Jacob’s allergy, coupled with Jacob’s missing EpiPen, all point towards a deliberately orchestrated crisis designed to elevate Jon’s standing within the village.

While official confirmation remains elusive, the evidence, as perceived by a growing number of Emmerdale fans, strongly suggests that Jacob Gallagher is the next potential victim in John Sugden’s twisted game. The upcoming scenes at the surgery promise to be fraught with tension as Jacob’s life hangs in the balance, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats, desperately hoping that the seemingly heroic Jon is indeed what he appears to be and not a sinister manipulator with a potentially deadly agenda. The truth behind Jon Sugden’s actions is slowly being unveiled, and it seems Jacob Gallagher may unfortunately find himself at the very center of it.