AN Emmerdale fan favourite is set to be rushed to hospital after a horror dog attack – as a new villain arrives.
It comes as – played by Jaye Griffiths – makes her entrance in the Dales.
In upcoming scenes, Paddy Kirk (Dominic Brunt) finds a sheep trapped in a fence on Celia’s farm.
After freeing it, the beloved vet is left terrified as an aggressive dog approaches.
The dog attacks Paddy – and although dad Bear (Joshua Richards) rescues him, the soap legend is left seriously injured.
At the hospital, Mandy (Lisa Riley) tries to comfort a traumatised Bear.
Paddy’s grateful to his dad for saving his life, but things take a turn when Bear issues brutal insults.
Mandy ushers Bear out and tries to lift Paddy’s spirits – although it’s clear he’s devastated.
Having returned home, even best mate Marlon (Mark Charnock) can’t make him smile on an unhappy birthday.
Spurred on by Bear’s words, Paddy grabs the vets’ bolt gun and heads to Celia’s farm.
However, things don’t go quite as planned – with the vet blaming Bear for the disastrous encounter.
ITV previously announced Jaye Griffiths’ casting as newcomer Celia last month.
She has been teased as a rival for Moira Dingle (Natalie J. Robb) – who is in serious trouble and facing massive fines for
When Ceilia calls to enquire if she can rent two of her fields, Moira is quick to shrug her off, but she clearly meansbusiness.
Celia’s reputation precedes her as Moira isn’t keen to deal with this woman, despite bad finances on her own farm.
Producer Laura Shaw said previously: “We are absolutely delighted to havejoining us to play the role of Celia.
“Having recently taken over a nearby farm, not much is known about mysterious Celia’s past before arriving on the outskirts of the village.
“While Celia has a tough edge with an air of respectability, the audience and our villagers will soon start to see what this woman is truly capable of.”;
Jaye – known for her roles in , and Doctors – added: “I was delighted to get this role – without giving the game away she is very different to anyone I have played before and I can’t wait to really get into the heart of her storyline.”;
Emmerdale airs on ITV1 and .
