EastEnders fans are still reeling after Joel Marshall crossed another dark line. The week took a shocking turn. Joel brutally attacked Vicki Fowler. Even in jail, Joel’s actions continued to shock everyone. As the truth unfolded, Ross Marshall found himself caught in the hardest position a father could face. Could this be the moment he finally accepts what his son has become? Keep scrolling to learn more.
Joel Faces the Police as Ross Breaks Down In EastEnders
Joel was arrested after his brutal attack on Vicki Fowler. However, even when he was in police custody, he was full of rage within. Vicki is the woman his father loves. Later, his teacher Julie Bates arrived at the station. She came to act as his appropriate adult. Then she saw something she hadn’t expected.
Elsewhere, Ross visited Vicki in the hospital. She had bruises and was furious, which shocked Ross. He even apologised to her. But she was not ready to listen. She then reminded him that he should have controlled Joel long ago. Then Ross told her that he hated what Joel did to her. However, he cannot disown his own son like that. And Vicki was left speechless after Ross’s answer.
Back at the station, Julie informed Ross that Joel had given DNA swabs. And also, he was asking for his dad. Ross felt guilty and was torn between what was right and his responsibility as a father. Elsewhere, the police began to take Joel’s interview. And Ross was watching all this from another room. However, Joel started lying blatantly. And Ross’s face dropped after his words. He lied that he had pushed Vicki a little and that she had tripped. That troubled kid didn’t even show any remorse. In fact, he smirked and said that he was “just a kid”.
Later, the officers showed Joel the video evidence. However, Joel exploded with anger. He constantly said that his father had betrayed him. Then the officers had to hold him. But Joel’s voice broke Ross completely. Joel considers his father an enemy.
Vicki Struggles To Heal As Walford Reacts
Vicki was unable to process what had happened. She used to be reminded of that horrifying night. That one attack had changed so many people’s lives. She was not able to shake the image of Joel’s face.
Elsewhere, even Tommy Moon found it difficult to cope. He now realised that Joel had tricked him. He thought he was helping a friend. But now he realises that he was wrong. Later, when he saw Kat, he broke down. He even apologised for his mistakes. Then Kat pulled him close. She knew that her boy only needed comfort and not words.
Meanwhile, Joel’s words to Ross were echoing in his mind. He told Ross to say he was dead to him. Ross left the station feeling numb. The damage Joel has done won’t be forgotten so easily. For more EastEnders spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.