Shocking truth exposed: The real culprit behind Noah’s tragic accident finally comes to light in Genoa City.

In Tuesday’s electrifying episode of The Young and the Restless, viewers are hit with one of the most stunning revelations in months — the true identity of the person responsible for Noah Newman’s car accident is finally revealed, sending shockwaves through the Newman family and all of Genoa City. What begins as a day of quiet suspicion quickly turns into a full-blown nightmare of guilt, betrayal, and long-hidden secrets that threaten to tear families apart.

The episode opens with Noah still recovering at home, haunted by fragmented memories of the crash that nearly cost him his life. His mother, Sharon, sits anxiously by his side, desperate to protect him from more pain. But as Noah’s memories slowly return, small flashes of the night begin to piece together — the sound of screeching tires, a familiar voice shouting his name, and a glimpse of a car he swears he’s seen before. Sharon urges him not to push himself, but Noah is determined to uncover the truth. He knows his accident wasn’t random, and someone in Genoa City has been lying.

Meanwhile, Nick Newman takes matters into his own hands. Convinced that the police investigation missed something, he teams up with Chance Chancellor to review the case. What they discover changes everything. Security footage from a nearby gas station — previously overlooked — captures a car leaving the scene minutes after the crash. The car’s license plate is partially visible, and when Chance enhances the footage, Nick’s face turns pale. The car belongs to someone close to the family — someone no one would ever suspect.

As the tension builds, Victoria Newman grows increasingly nervous. Her strange behavior hasn’t gone unnoticed by Victor or Nikki, who both sense she’s hiding something. During a tense dinner at the Newman ranch, Victor confronts her about recent business distractions and her sudden mood swings. Victoria brushes it off, claiming work stress, but when she gets a text message labeled “URGENT – Accident Report,” her hands begin to tremble.

Later, the truth comes out in the most dramatic fashion possible. Nick storms into Victoria’s office, throwing down a folder of evidence — the car, the timeline, and the witness statement. “Tell me it’s not true,” he says, voice breaking. Victoria, cornered and trembling, finally confesses. It was her behind the wheel that night. She insists it was an accident — she had been arguing on the phone with Nate Hastings, distracted and emotional after a fight, when Noah’s car appeared out of nowhere. She panicked after the collision, convinced that calling the police would ruin her reputation and her leadership at Newman Enterprises. So she drove away, hoping no one would ever find out.

Nick’s fury is volcanic. For him, this isn’t just about the accident — it’s about betrayal. His sister, the woman he’s defended countless times, nearly killed his son and let him suffer while she hid the truth. The confrontation between Nick and Victoria is one of the most emotionally charged scenes of the year. Victoria pleads for forgiveness, insisting she’s been living in torment ever since. “Every night I see the headlights,” she cries. “Every night I hear the crash.” But Nick isn’t ready to forgive. His voice shakes as he says, “You didn’t just break the law, Vick — you broke our family.”

Meanwhile, Victor learns the truth from Chance and is left speechless. For once, the great Victor Newman has no plan, no control over the situation. He’s torn between protecting his daughter and standing by his grandson. Nikki, heartbroken, urges Victor not to cover this up — she refuses to let another secret destroy their family. But Victor, ever the patriarch, begins to weigh his options. He knows that if this gets out, Newman Enterprises could crumble, and Victoria’s entire career will be ruined.

In another part of town, Sharon senses something is wrong. When Nick finally tells her the truth, her reaction is a mix of shock and heartbreak. She can’t believe that Victoria, who’s always portrayed herself as the responsible one, could make such a devastating choice. Sharon’s protective instincts flare up as she vows to get justice for Noah — no matter who stands in the way.