Emmerdale's Tom King's lawyer, Ollie, is believed to be related to a village resident in a significant DNA plot twist, according to viewers.
The soap's newcomer (Alistair Toovey) was introduced this year as a friend of Tom's (James Chase). Following an axe attack from his wife Belle Dingle (Eden Taylor-Draper) in self-defence, Tom has since employed Ollie as his solicitor.
As fans will remember, Tom tormented Belle and made her life unbearable for months before she finally escaped. However, after attacking Tom, she now faces the possibility of jail time.
That's precisely what Tom and his lawyer Ollie are aiming for. However, last week, someone vandalised Tom's car after the police released him without charge following another interview about his abuse towards his wife Belle.
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