Emma Atkins – the veteran actress who played Charity Dingle in Emmerdale – has just shocked fans by declaring that the upcoming crossover event, Corriedale, will be “spectacular in the worst way imaginable.”

While it sounds like hype, her veiled statement sends chills down people’s spines.

Charity – the soul of Dingle village – seems about to face an unexpected and bloody tragedy.

According to ITV and Metro UK, Charity will be one of the central characters in the “Corriedale” explosion – where a horrific accident connects the fates of both Emmerdale and Coronation Street.

The teaser trailer shows Charity wailing amidst burning car smoke, flashing police lights, and a lifeless body lying on the road. Just a few short seconds were enough to stun fans: would it be Mackenzie – the husband she just forgave, or Cain – her cousin who has always protected her?

Emma Atkins revealed: “Charity will be pushed into a situation where every choice is bad.” This statement sparked a series of theories: perhaps Charity will have to sacrifice someone to save someone else, or she herself might be trapped in the car that caused the horrific chain reaction accident.

The writers are also said to be “going all out” in this event. Corriedale will not just be a fun crossover – but a tearful purge. Corrie fans are speculating that at least two key characters will die, and Charity could lose everything after what seemed like a warm Christmas night.

Emma Atkins concluded with a chilling statement: “Fans will be shocked, but they won’t be able to take their eyes off it.” And that’s why everyone is counting down the days until Corriedale explodes.