Tonight’s Home and Away in Australia confirmed that Sergeant David Langham was the character shot by new cop Richie.

 Back in mid-May, a promo airing on Channel 7 in Australia teased that a character would be shot in upcoming episodes.

It gave very few details, but with 20 characters featuring in the trailer, it seemed that any one of our Summer Bay favourites could have been in danger.

Fans quickly began theorising which Home and Away character would be impacted, and the clues all seemed to point to Sergeant Langham (Jeremy Lindsay Taylor).

A previous promo which aired in late April showed David at home with daughters Lacey (Sophea Pennington) and Jo (Maddison Brown) on the sofa at the beach house.

All three appeared emotional, and David was seen looking uncharacteristically unkempt and with facial hair, leading fans to speculate that he was recuperating at home after getting shot.

Earlier this week, it was confirmed that new arrival Richie Brezniak (Rocco Forrester-Sach) – the rookie cop whose overly enthusiastic nature has been getting him into trouble since he arrived in early May – would be the one to fire the shot.

In tonight’s Aussie episode, the fan theory was confirmed as David was shot by Richie in the final scenes.

A crime wave has recently swept Summer Bay and the surrounding areas – the surf club garage was broke into, a number of power tools were stolen from tradies’ vans, and Justin’s (James Stewart) van was stolen.

With residents growing frustrated at the ongoing crimes, yesterday’s episode saw David order his officers to scour the area and canvas locals for information, with the aim of apprehend the criminal or criminals that very day.

Shortly after, Richie and his colleague (Jake Fryer Hornsby) spotted Justin’s stolen van parked up by the beach.

There was no sign of whoever had taken the van – that was, until a man came out of nowhere and stole Lacey’s handbag from over her shoulder, before running back towards the vehicle and speeding off.

After assuring that Lacey was okay, Richie jumped back into his police car and sped off in pursuit, leaving his colleague to tend to Lacey.

In today’s episode, it was revealed that Richie had failed to catch the thief, and he was reprimanded by David for breaking protocol by failing to call for backup and leaving his colleague alone.

“Richie has taken matters into his own hands, disregarding protocol, leaving his partner, chasing after a suspect and risking his own safety,” Jeremy Lindsay Taylor explained to TV Week.

As the episode went on, David received a tip off that Justin’s van had been spotted near a makeshift campsite on nearby Jacaranda Road.

With Richie back on the case, he and David headed off together to check out the scene. There, they found a tent set up, with Justin’s van parked up next to it.

The pair began questioning a woman inside the tent, with David asking her how she came into possession of the van.

The woman, named Alana, claimed it had all been a misunderstanding and that she bought the van off a guy at the side of the road.

Suddenly, the boyfriend – the same man who had stolen Lacey’s handbag and had previously been spotted on CCTV carrying out one of the thefts – appeared from the bushes with firewood.

After dropping most of the firewood, the character – Dale (David Harsh) – rushed towards David and Richie wielding a large stick.

Richie drew his gun, but David told him to step back.

In the final moments of the episode, Richie raised his gun, and David stepped in the way to stop him doing something he’d later come to regret.

However, in the confusion, Richie proceeded to pull the trigger, hitting David square in the abdomen.

In the aftermath he is mortified and shocked when he realises what has happened,” Rocco recently stated in an interview with The West Australian.  “By the point it has happened, it is irreversible and the damage is done.”

As Cash arrives on the scene in tomorrow’s episode, paramedics are tending to David and preparing to transfer them to Northern Districts Hospital.

But will he pull through?

Tomorrow’s episode sees the arrival of a new character, Dr Amelia Carlisle, played by Wentworth star Nicole da Silva. She’s covering for Levi (Tristan Gorey) while he’s on leave, and will treat David as he’s rushed to hospital.

Dana has already mentioned meeting her new boss at the hospital, commenting that she “hasn’t really sussed her out yet,” but that she “seems to be very switched on.”

With Amelia thrown in at the deep end as she treats the gunshot wound, will she be able to save the life of the Summer Bay resident?

Thankfully, we know that David survives the shooting, with the aforementioned promo showing him resting at home. However, what the incident means for Richie’s career as a cop remains to be seen.

As much as he wants to make it right, it might not be possible for him,” Rocco continues. “When a life is on the line, even if a person pulls through, I think the fallout follows that person for a long time.

“He has got a lot of ground to pave to try to prove to people that he is a good guy.”

Rocco Forrester-Sach is still filming and is believed to have joined the show’s full-time cast, but fans watching filming at Sydney’s Palm Beach have noted that it’s been a while since Rocco was spotted filming in his police uniform.

Instead, it appears Richie is set to become a lifeguard in the months ahead, as he’s been spotted alongside John Palmer (Shane Withington) in the iconic red uniform.

Will he simply be suspended pending an investigation, or will the shock shooting put a rapid end to Richie’s fledgling career as a cop?

As for David, he’s set for romance with the doctor who treats him.

Actors Jeremy Lindsay Taylor and Nicole da Silva have been spotted filming together on numerous occasions since Nicole joined the cast earlier this year.

Home and away Thursday 11th June Episode 8731 Promo

 Thursday 11th June (Episode 8731) A life hangs in the balance. Cash receives shocking news. There’s a new doctor in the Bay.

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Home and Away to introduce new character amid shock shooting drama

 Dr Amelia Carlisle arrives to the Bay at a difficult time.

Home and Away is set to introduce a new character played by Wentworth star Nicole da Silva, who revealed more about how her Dr Amelia Carlisle will fare in Summer Bay amid a shocking shooting.

The actor, known for the role of Franky Doyle on the Aussie prison drama, returns to the soap after first appearing in a small role in 2006.

Now, da Silva is set to play Dr Amelia Carlisle, a doctor arriving to the Bay during a medical emergency. In the tragic aftermath of a shooting, Amelia goes "above and beyond" to save a "beloved local," da Silva explained to New Idea.

"Amelia arrives in the midst of a medical emergency. A beloved local is caught up in a shooting and Amelia goes above and beyond to save the victim's life," the star said.

Her character will become involved in a rocky romance with Sergeant David Langham, played by Jeremy Lindsay, but da Silva warns fans that it'll be all but smooth sailing.

"It comes laden with challenges, so Amelia has to learn to assuage her impulse to quit and leave town," she said.

Reflecting on her first time on Home and Away, the actor said: "I remember it being a quick shoot, and a fun and easy learning opportunity when I was still pretty fresh out of drama school."

She added: "Filming is still incredibly fast on set, and while the workload is a little more demanding these days, there's still that fun energy."

Living in Sydney is what made possible for da Silva to take on the role of Amelia, who she described as "interesting" and "complicated".

"The timing was right for me to take on this role," she explained. "Living and working full-time in Sydney while my daughter is still at school is a privilege I couldn’t pass up.

"She comes from a challenging childhood and is used to moving around a lot, so when circumstances change and she decides to stay in the Bay, it poses a real challenge for her. I liked that, despite her past, she pursues her future wholeheartedly."

Irene is a grandmother! Home and Away star Lynne McGranger shares her joy as daughter welcomes TWINS: 'We kept it off socials for so long!'

Home and Away star Lynne McGranger has shared her excitement at becoming a grandmother for the first time.

The veteran actress, 73, recently announced the exciting news on Channel Seven's The Morning Show, revealing her daughter Clancy, 34, had welcomed twins with her husband Luke Dickson.

'I became a Nanna last Friday. Our beautiful daughter Clancy and her husband Luke had Stevie Grace and Daisy Joy... twin girls!' Lynne excitedly told the hosts.

'There are no twins in our family! We are all over the moon, everyone who knows – we kept it off socials for so long!'

Co-hosts Kylie Gillies and Larry Emdur were quick to congratulate the Gold Logie-winning actress, with both jumping out of their seats to hug her.

'We are so happy for you,' they both said. 

Home and Away star Lynne McGranger (pictured) has shared her excitement at becoming a grandmother for the first time..

Lynne has been waiting to become a grandmother for some time and in May 2024 expressed her excitement about the possibility of Clancy and Luke having children.

'Clancy and Luke have other fish to fry first, but I just want to be a grandparent before I lose my marbles!' Lynne told New Idea.

'I said to my daughter, "Come on, hurry up. We haven't got all day. What do you think honeymoons are for? They're not for fun and games – get on with it!"'

In August 2023, Clancy married her fiancé Luke Dickson.

Lynne shared the exciting news on Instagram by posting a precious photo of the pair together on her daughter's big day.

The Sydney native sported a focused expression as she looked over Clancy, who was wearing a stunning Diane Lewis Couture gown, ahead of walking down the aisle.

'Getting my baby girl ready for her big day. Gorgeous outfit and styling genius,' she wrote next to the photo.

Clancy is Lynne's only child, whom she shares with her husband, Paul McWaters. 

The veteran actress, 73, recently shared the exciting news on Channel Seven's The Morning Show, revealing her daughter Clancy, 34, (right) had welcomed twins with her husband Luke Dickson

Lynne has been waiting to become a grandmother for some time and in May 2024 expressed her excitement about the possibility of Clancy and Luke having children. (Pictured: Lynne and her husband Paul with Clancy and Luke)

Lynne made the announcement of Clancy's engagement to Luke on Instagram in October 2022. 

'So happy for our beautiful daughter and her amazing fiancé on their engagement. We love you both so much,' Lynne captioned her post.

Lynne played Irene Roberts on Home and Away from 1993 - 2025, after taking over the role from actress Jacquy Phillips.

Irene Roberts was initially written as a recurring character but was promoted to the regular cast shortly after Lynne joined.

The veteran actress is one of the longest-serving stars on the Australian soap.

Her daughter Clancy looks set to follow in her mother's footsteps, as she has often appeared as an extra on Home and Away alongside Lynne.

EastEnders' Denise to reveal shock cancer diagnosis in devastating new scenes

 The community discovers the news.

EastEnders’ Kim Fox and Howie Danes celebrate their engagement next week – but it’s Denise who’s in the spotlight when she emotionally reveals her cancer diagnosis to the assembled locals in The Vic.

"It’s while Kim’s making a speech that Denise becomes overwhelmed by everything that’s happening to her," reveals our Walford insider. "She rushes to the toilets to compose herself.

When her daughter Chelsea follows to check on her, Denise can’t open up – but all that changes when she heads back into the pub and stuns her friends and family with the news."

So far, Denise has been keeping her blood cancer diagnosis close to her chest, having only told Jack and Yolande. With Denise’s grandson Jordan facing a long recovery from his recent accident, Denise doesn’t want Chelsea having to worry about her as well as her son.

So determined is Denise, in fact, that she is refusing to start treatment until things are on a more even keel with Jordan, despite being told that her condition could rapidly worsen if she doesn’t.

As she ignores calls from the hospital, worried and frustrated Jack confides in Phil over what is happening, hoping he can help find a way to get through to her.

Later, Denise is stunned when Phil arrives and explains he knows about her diagnosis. Angry, she throws him out, but when he and Jack later arrive at Kim and Howie’s drinks at The Vic, she becomes worried that they are going to expose her secret…

Denise takes matters into her own hands and reveals all about her illness!" shares our source. "As her shocked loved ones rally round, going public seems to have helped Denise finally come to terms with her condition."

Realising she can’t hide away anymore, Denise finally picks up the phone to the hospital. Her treatment is going to involve her being on the ward for a month, but even though the family reassures her they can keep things running in her absence, she begins to falter as the moment arrives.

"Luckily, someone is on hand to offer Denise some words of advice in an emotional heart-to-heart," teases our insider.

The conversation convinces her she’s doing the right thing. We finally see Denise begin her treatment, now a woman determined to survive this for the sake of her family."

As Denise begins her battle with a new resolve, will the love and support of her family get her through?

Hollyoaks to air Dee Dee Hutchinson kiss drama as tragic story escalates

 Maddox is caught up in the chaos.

Hollyoaks’ Dee Dee Hutchinson will try to kiss Maddox Keane next week, as the teen continues to struggle after her mum Diane’s death. As the situation spirals out of control, will anyone be able to give her the help she needs?

Dee Dee has found it difficult to deal with her grief, and recently began taking ketamine with friend Trina, a dangerous coping mechanism that she has returned to as she had visions of her late mum.

There is reason to celebrate in the village next week, with Kathleen-Angel and Maddox preparing to sit their final GCSE exam, and Tony encourages them all to mark the end of school in The Dog later.

However, struggling Dee Dee is running on very little sleep, and she immediately brings the joyous mood down when she arrives.

The teens descend on the pub later to toast the start of summer, but Dee Dee notices the attention Kathleen-Angel is getting and is jealous. She continues to create tension, and when Tony picks her up on her behaviour, she lashes out at her dad.

Kathleen-Angel grows tired of Dee Dee’s attitude towards her, so she takes matters into her own hands and confronts her friend in the toilets.

Meanwhile, outside The Dog, Jonah, Jack and Darren are bonding over football stories, with World Cup fever in full force in the village – but Dee Dee disrupts the good vibes and causes chaos again.

In the aftermath of another dramatic day, at school Dee Dee is called in for a chat with headteacher Nancy, and the teen is blindsided when she finds Tony waiting for her in the office.

Tony later confides in Warren about how much he is struggling to parent Dee Dee, and Warren advises him to do whatever it takes to protect his children.

But Dee Dee is rapidly losing control, and when Maddox finds her spiralling outside, he attempts to help. She misreads the signals though and tries to kiss Maddox, and he pulls away.

Furious Dee Dee strikes out at Maddox in response, and the incident is observed by Beth who takes her son away. Leela arrives and takes Dee Dee back to her flat to calm down, but can Leela get through to her?

Emmerdale and Coronation Street off air tonight amid huge Dr Todd storyline

 Soap fans need to wait a little longer to find out what happens next.

Coronation Street and Emmerdale face more schedule changes tonight amid coverage of the Women's World Cup qualifiers. There will be no new episodes of either of the ITV soaps, with the Women's World Cup qualifier between England and Ukraine airing on ITV1.

Coverage of the match begins at 7.30pm and ends at 10.25pm before the ITV News at 10.

Both soaps will return as normal on Wednesday, with Emmerdale airing at 7pm and Coronation Street following at 7.30pm.

Each soap will air an hour-long episode each on Friday, with follow-up bumper episodes set to follow on Monday 15 June 15, and Tuesday 16 June.

The schedule will be further disrupted on Wednesday 17 June and Thursday 18 June, due to coverage of the men's 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Tonight's disruptions mean Emmerdale fans will need to wait a little longer to find out what will happen to Dr Todd after Charity Dingle reported her to the police.

For weeks, Dr Todd has been attempting to blackmail Charity into giving her thousands of pounds, threatening to reveal that while Charity was a surrogate for her granddaughter Sarah Sugden, she actually secretly fell pregnant with Ross Barton's baby instead.

Following a confrontation with Dr Todd on the day of Sarah's 21st birthday party, an intoxicated Charity passed out and Dr Todd sexually assaulted her.

In Coronation Street, the investigation into Theo Silverton's death continues, with Summer Spellman being offered a lifeline.

She is currently awaiting trial in prison after being arrested for Theo's murder when the brooch in his flat was found to be hers, among other evidence.

However, last night's episode saw Tyrone Dobbs admit that he had seen Summer on the night of Theo's murder and could prove her innocence, intending to inform the police of what he knew.

The information caused Gary Windass to panic, having been Kit Green's number one suspect in the case for some time, now worrying that attention could turn back to him.