Emmerdale fans have been left devastated as one of the soap’s most beloved characters, Leila Harding, met a heartbreaking end following a shocking limousine crash. Actress Roxy Shahidi, who played Leila since 2008, has officially exited the show, leaving fans in disbelief.

The dramatic two-night event saw chaos unfold as emergency services rushed to assist the injured villagers. While Leila initially appeared stable, it was later revealed that she had sustained a fatal wound—a shard of ice lodged deep in her body. Keeping her injury a secret, she confided in Carrie Wyatt that she couldn’t move, and despite Carrie’s efforts to help her, Leila succumbed to her injuries before reaching the hospital.

The tragedy didn’t stop there. Jacob Gallagher, Leila’s son, frantically searched for his mother at the hospital, only to be met with the devastating confirmation of her passing. Overcome with grief, he broke down, struggling to accept the loss. Fans watched in heartbreak as he attempted CPR, unwilling to let go.

Leila’s death marks just one of several shocking losses in the wake of the crash, with Susie Merton and Amy Wyatt also meeting tragic fates. The string of deaths has left Emmerdale fans reeling, with speculation growing over what comes next. Could Chaz Dingle’s lingering pain hint at another impending tragedy? How will Jacob, David Metcalfe, and Liam Cavanagh cope with their grief?

Roxy Shahidi has since spoken out about her departure, expressing gratitude for the years spent bringing Leila to life. While her exit marks the end of an era, fans are left wondering what further twists lie ahead in the Yorkshire village. One thing is certain—Emmerdale is far from done delivering gut-wrenching drama.