In a dramatic turn of events on EastEnders, Nicola Mitchell’s long-held secret has been unveiled. In the early release of the April 28 episode on BBC iPlayer, Nicola confesses to her husband, Teddy Mitchell, that she was responsible for the death of Shireen Bashar, the former girlfriend of their son, Harry. (EastEnders’ Nicola Mitchell takes drastic action to hide murderous secret – but can Teddy stop her?, EastEnders reveals another Nicola Mitchell twist for Shireen murder …)

Initially, Nicola had hired a man named Benji to intimidate Shireen. However, the situation escalated, resulting in Shireen’s death and her body being buried at Paradise Park, an industrial estate near Dartford. The truth emerged when Teddy’s construction project threatened to unearth the grave, forcing Nicola to admit her involvement. She revealed that Shireen had discovered that Barney, whom Teddy believed to be his son, was actually fathered by Zack Hudson. Fearing the revelation would destroy her family, Nicola took drastic measures to silence Shireen . (EastEnders reveals dark truth behind Shireen Bashar … – Radio Times, EastEnders reveals huge danger for Nicola in mystery intruder plot, Nicola Mitchell, EastEnders reveals another Nicola Mitchell twist for Shireen murder …)

Nicola’s actions have left her family reeling. Teddy, upon learning the truth, was furious and demanded she leave Walford. However, Nicola returned to the crime scene in an attempt to hide the evidence, leading to a confrontation where she emotionally collapsed in Teddy’s arms. The episode ends with uncertainty about Teddy’s next move and the future of their family . (EastEnders’ Nicola Mitchell takes drastic action to hide murderous secret – but can Teddy stop her?)

EastEnders continues to air Monday to Thursday at 7:30 pm on BBC One, with episodes available from 6 am on BBC iPlayer. (EastEnders reveals another Nicola Mitchell twist for Shireen murder …)