An Emmerdale star, who has played a key role in one of the show's biggest storylines ever, is leaving after only a year.

Oliver Farnworth, who plays the role of the mysterious serial killer John Sugden, will be leaving the ITV soap in explosive scenes very soon.

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An Emmerdale source said: “It’s the beginning of the end for John. He’s got away with so much, but he’s about to make a fatal mistake that sees him exposed........

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