In a dramatic twist on Emmerdale, Dr. Liam Cavanagh becomes the victim of a brutal, unprovoked attack, plunging the village into chaos and suspicion. The incident unfolds as Liam is found unconscious at the allotments, having been struck over the head with a piece of wood. Unbeknownst to him, the assailant is John Sugden, who mistakenly targeted Liam while intending to harm Mackenzie Boyd. John’s vendetta against Mackenzie stems from interference in his relationship with Aaron Dingle, leading to a dangerous case of mistaken identity. (Liam is found unconscious and Aaron and Chas panic – TV Guide)

John’s actions are part of a disturbing pattern, where he orchestrates perilous situations to later emerge as the hero, a manifestation of his “hero complex.” Previously, he induced an allergic reaction in Jacob Gallagher to stage a dramatic rescue. Despite these manipulations, the village remains unaware of John’s true nature, leaving Liam vulnerable and the community on edge. (Watch the moment Emmerdale’s Dr Liam is whacked over the head in unprovoked attack – but he has no idea who did it)

As the storyline progresses, tensions escalate, and the residents of Emmerdale grapple with the aftermath of the attack. With suspicions mounting and John’s behavior becoming increasingly erratic, the question remains: how long can he maintain his façade before the truth comes to light?

Emmerdale continues to air weeknights at 7:30 PM on ITV1, with episodes available for streaming on ITVX.