Emmerdale fans are growing increasingly worried for Gabby Thomas (played by Rosie Bentham) after Tom King (James Chase) made a pass at her in The Woolpack. This week saw Tom escalate his abusive behaviour towards wife Belle Dingle (Eden Taylor-Draper) culminating in the horrifying death of their pet dog Piper. Tom, who is a vet, claimed he had done 'everything he could' to save Piper after running her over, leaving Belle devastated.

He used the tragic incident to regain emotional control over Belle following her declaration that she wanted to leave him due to his violent tendencies. However, it seems Belle has seen through Tom's act and accused him of causing her injuries. In Tuesday's episode (August 20), Belle voiced her suspicions that Tom was behind Piper's death and discussed his abuse as they laid their pet to rest.

Meanwhile, Gabby and her love interest Vinny Dingle (Bradley Johnson) continued to grow closer as they planned to enjoy a drink together at the pub. After securing an investment from Laurel Thomas (Charlotte Bellamy) in The Hide, Gabby celebrated with a bottle of bubbly. But when she went to order her drink, Tom was also at the bar and attempted to flirt with her, reports .

Tom showered Gabby with compliments and hinted at his interest in pursuing a romantic relationship with her. However, Gabby rejected his advances before sharing a passionate kiss with Vinny, making it clear she was not interested in Tom. fans are up in arms over fears Gabby might be the n.