Emmerdale viewers are buzzing with speculation after a tense new twist in April Windsor’s storyline. As young April (Amelia Flanagan) and Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle) find themselves deeper in the clutches of dealer Ray Walters (Joe Absolom), fans believe a familiar face from the 2000s could soon return to take him down — April’s uncle, Scott Windsor.

Ray’s Reign of Terror Escalates

Ray has quickly become one of the soap’s most despised villains. Since arriving in the village earlier this year, he’s manipulated both April and Dylan into working for him under the false pretense of paying off a “debt.” In reality, Ray’s been stringing them along — and when the pair tried to run off with his money, the danger only intensified.

In Wednesday’s episode (October 29), Ray discovered their attempted escape and responded with chilling threats. He warned April that if she didn’t obey him, her family — including her brother Leo — would suffer. The sinister ultimatum left April terrified and seemingly trapped once again.

Fans Call for a Hero — and They Have One in Mind

Viewers are desperate for Ray to get his comeuppance. Many have taken to social media, calling for the return of Emmerdale legend Scott Windsor, played by Ben Freeman.

“This Ray story is doing my head in! Someone just kill him already,” one fan vented on Facebook, while another added, “Scott Windsor return to do it?” A third chimed in, “Be good if Scott returned as he still has history with loads of people.”

Scott, the brother of April’s late mother Donna Windsor (Verity Rushworth), was last seen in 2007. His reappearance would make perfect sense narratively — not only as a link to April’s family but as a fitting protector against Ray’s growing threat.

Could Scott Windsor Really Return?

While ITV has not confirmed any casting news, Scott’s name has been mentioned several times in recent years, keeping the door open for a comeback. With Ray’s storyline building toward a dramatic showdown, April’s uncle returning to defend her would be a nostalgic and emotionally charged twist for long-time fans.

For now, April’s safety hangs in the balance — but if fan theories prove true, a Windsor family reunion could be on the horizon, and Ray Walters’ reign of fear might finally meet its match.