The identity of Anthony Trueman's killer may have been inadvertently confirmed in a gripping early-release episode of EastEnders, now available to stream on BBC iPlayer. A key suspect's highly suspicious reaction to a family secret has sent shockwaves through Walford, casting fresh doubt on the official narrative of his death.
A Prime Suspect's Guilty Reaction?
In the episode released on Monday, January 12, 2026, Jasmine Fisher, played by Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness, visited the home of her grandfather, Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker). The visit, orchestrated by Alfie Moon (Shane Richie), was meant to help Jasmine connect with her newfound family following the revelation that the late Dr. Anthony Trueman (Nicholas Bailey) was her biological father.
Yolande Trueman (Angela Wynter) showed Jasmine a photo album, but the mood shifted dramatically when Jasmine discovered that Anthony had other children. Her demeanour changed instantly; she became visibly spooked and branded his death 'unfair'. Struggling to process that she had siblings, Jasmine abruptly claimed to feel unwell and made a swift exit, leaving Patrick and Yolande confused by her intense reaction.
The Lingering Shadow of Doubt
This behaviour has fuelled Jean Slater's (Gillian Wright) long-held theory that Jasmine is the real culprit. Anthony was killed after a Christmas Eve showdown with Zoe Slater (Michelle Collins) upstairs in The Vic. While Zoe took the blame, evidence has always suggested someone else was responsible, with Chrissie Watts (Tracy-Ann Oberman) – who was manipulating Jasmine – being a prime suspect.
Jean has repeatedly pointed the finger at Jasmine, citing her torment of Zoe last year as proof of a capacity for violence. Despite Jasmine's constant claims of innocence, her latest reaction to learning about Anthony's other offspring raises a critical question: was her guilt triggered by the reminder of the life she took from his children?
What Happens Next in Walford?
The episode leaves viewers pondering whether Jean's instincts were correct all along. If Jasmine did kill Anthony, her sudden flight from Patrick's house suggests the weight of her crime is becoming unbearable. With Alfie Moon championing her and Jean remaining deeply suspicious, the battle for the truth is set to tear the Square apart.
EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One, with episodes available to stream from 6am on BBC iPlayer.
