EastEnders' Stacey Slater makes risky deal with Theo ahead of hearing
EastEnders spoilers follow.
Note: This story discusses topics including rape and sexual assault.
Stacey Slater is set to make a risky deal with Theo Hawthorne ahead of his plea hearing in new scenes on EastEnders.
Stacey has been going through a disturbing ordeal with stalker Theo recently, and things have escalated even further in the past few months.
In October, Freddie Slater attacked him as Theo attempted to rape Stacey while they were alone in the Slaters' house, and Freddie has since temporarily exited the soap as he went to stay with mum Little Mo.
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In new scenes set to air next week on the soap, Stacey reels from Theo's attempts to meet with her on the day of his hearing.
However, a reluctant Stacey decides to go after Lily opens up about her worries for her mother to Ricky.
Stacey uses the meeting as an opportunity to manipulate Theo into pleading guilty, pretending to promise a start to their so-called 'relationship' after he has served his time.
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Things don’t go to plan as Theo reacts badly to her suggestion, leaving Stacey anxious as she worries that she has potentially made the situation worse.
Jean attempts to stop Stacey from attending the hearing, though she is certain that she wants to be there. Stacey is then supported by Martin and Jack as she waits anxiously for Theo to give evidence.
If you've been affected by the issues raised in this story, you can access more information from Rape Crisis England and Wales, who work towards the elimination of all forms of sexual violence and sexual misconduct, on their website or by calling the National Rape Crisis Helpline on 0808 802 9999. Rape Crisis Scotland’s helpline number is 08088 01 03 02. Readers in the US are encouraged to contact RAINN, or the National Sexual Assault Hotline on 800-656-4673.
We would encourage anyone who identifies with the topics raised in this article to reach out. Call 999 if you or anyone you know is in immediate danger, or report any concerning situations using UK government resources or the Paladin National Stalking Advocacy Service. The National Stalking Helpline is open 9.30am-4pm on weekdays (and until 8pm on Wednesdays) on 0808 802 0300.
EastEnders airs on Mondays - Thursdays at 7.30pm on BBC One. The show also streams on BBC iPlayer.
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