In a dramatic turn of events on EastEnders, Sonia Fowler and Reiss Colwell are set to be arrested for the murder of Reiss's ex-wife, Debbie. Reiss, under financial strain from care home bills for Debbie, smothered her with a pillow, unaware that Sonia had recently visited her. Compounding their troubles, Reiss had previously scammed Sharon Watts and Phil Mitchell in a bogus investment scheme, leading to escalating tensions. As their engagement party approaches, the police arrive to arrest them, with Sonia being framed by Reiss for the murder. The storyline raises questions about whether Reiss will confess or allow Sonia to take the fall. Meanwhile, Sonia's actress, Natalie Cassidy, is set to take a brief hiatus from the show for a new project.