A dangerous trap is laid for Chrissie in EastEnders as another return is ‘confirmed’

🚨 A Dangerous Trap Is Laid for Chrissie Watts in EastEnders as Another Return Is Confirmed — Full Spoilers Explained (NO LINKS INCLUDED)

Chrissie Watts — one of EastEnders’ most infamous villains — is once again at the centre of a high-stakes storyline that could have major consequences for both her and several core families in Walford. This explosive plot has fans buzzing, because it combines deception, danger, and the return of a classic character who could dramatically shift power in Albert Square.

🔙 Chrissie’s Return & Her Agenda

Chrissie Watts (played by Tracy-Ann Oberman) recently made a shocking comeback after being behind a wave of stalking and manipulation targeting Zoe Slater. After her prison stint for the murder of her husband, Dirty Den Watts, Chrissie has returned not as a repentant figure but as a schemer with unfinished business.

Instead of seeking peace or a quiet life, Chrissie has been revealed as the mysterious menace behind Zoe’s torment, pulling strings from behind the scenes with the help of Jasmine Fisher, Zoe’s previously unknown daughter. This reunion of mother and daughter of trouble has already left Zoe in danger and distrust spreading within the Slater family.


🔥 A Trap Is Set

While specific details of the trap are being carefully kept from full TV broadcast spoilers, early reveals strongly suggest a set-up involving several popular characters that puts Chrissie at risk — possibly from someone using Chrissie’s own tactics against her. Chrissie has always thrived on manipulation and psychological games, and now Walford may be giving her a taste of her own medicine.

The nature of this “trap” is expected to be dangerous, possibly involving confrontation or betrayal that could expose her plots in full or land her in more trouble with the law or other residents.


👀 Another Return Confirmed: Jake MoonWhy is Chrissie Watts in jail and who did she kill?

Adding to the tension in Walford, a notable return has been confirmed — Jake Moon (played by Joel Beckett). Jake hasn’t been seen since his brief appearances around Chrissie’s previous returns, and his re-entrance into the storyline comes with secrets and twists.

Jake’s return is described as part of a subplot that includes unexpected developments and deeper layers to Chrissie’s arc:

  • Jake is coming back with questions about what really happened over Christmas, especially concerning incidents involving Chrissie and other characters.

  • His storyline won’t be straightforward — sources hint at twists where Jake begins to question stories he’s been told, potentially revealing truths others want hidden.

This pairing — Chrissie’s dangerous trap and Jake’s return with hidden intentions — sets up one of the most talked-about arcs of the year on EastEnders.


🧠 How This Story Fits Into the Larger EastEnders Picture

This storyline arrives at a time when EastEnders has been weaving several intense plots together:

⚡ Revenge & Manipulation

Chrissie’s manipulation isn’t just about psychological torment — she believes Zoe didn’t truly pay for past crimes and is determined to prove it, even if it means extreme measures.

👤 Complex Character Returns

EastEnders has been bringing back legacy characters — like Jake Moon — to add depth and unresolved history to current conflicts. These returns aren’t cameos but substantial additions to the story tapestry.

📺 Ongoing Consequences

The impact of Chrissie’s plot has already affected Zoe, Jasmine and others, creating fractures within families and alliances. The trap set for Chrissie could be the culmination of those shifts, possibly changing long-term relationships in Albert Square.


📌 Expected Dramatic Outcomes

Fans and spoilers suggest the following possibilities in the coming weeks:

  • Chrissie’s plot is exposed, potentially by someone she trusts or by an unexpected whistle-blower.

  • Jake’s return could pivot the narrative, offering new evidence or confrontations that expose deeper truths.

  • A dangerous confrontation — whether physical or emotional — could leave Chrissie vulnerable, changing her standing in Walford dramatically.