27 February 2024 , 20:21
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Emmerdale fans are convinced they've figured out Tom King's downfall in a "revenge" storyline.
It was recently revealed that the ITV soap is set to air worrying scenes as it will depict Belle Dingle and Tom's controlling and abusive marital relationship.
Tom and Belle tied the knot earlier this month and have just returned from their honeymoon but fans have long suspected his behaviour hasn't been right. Tom has been showing very worrying behaviour for months and even on the night of their wedding, Belle questioned whether she had made the right choice.
Tom has been exhibiting clear signs of coercive control and there are indications this could develop into physical abuse, as well as mental abuse, as last year Belle covered up the fact that Tom shoved her, causing her to hit her head. So far, Belle has kept Tom's behaviour to herself and things are only going to get more worrying when Tom starts using different methods of technology to assert his control over her.
Emmerdale fans are convinced they've figured out Tom King's downfall in a "revenge" storyline (ITV)The soap will be exploring the complex nature of domestic abuse over the coming weeks with various manifestations of abuse, including coercive control, emotional abuse, physical abuse and technology-facilitated abuse displayed by Tom. It will also highlight how escalates over time and how isolation from family and friends, love bombing, and manipulation can be used.
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Emmerdale has been working with outside partners to research the hard-hitting topic, as well as domestic abuse charity New Beginnings Peer Support, after a rise in Tech Abuse following the Covid pandemic, which involves using trackers and hidden cameras to control and track a partner.
Taking to Twitter, now X, viewers want Tom to be caught out after he showed more worrying signs on Tuesday's episode after Belle received an exciting job opportunity from Suzy. One person said: "I honestly hope Cain finds out about Tom eventually", a different account penned: "Tom needs to meet with Cain...", another wrote: "Watch out Tom you don't want to mess with the Dingles" while a different viewer added: "Wouldn't want to be Tom when the rest of the family find out..."
*If you have been affected by this story, you can access free and confidential support from Refuge’s 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247 and digital support via live chat Monday-Friday 3-10pm. You can also visit the tech safety website to learn more about technology-facilitated abuse.
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