BBC EastEnders fans furious as icon 'killed off' in gruesome Reiss Colwell twist
EastEnders fans have been left devastated after an icon was 'killed off' in a gruesome twist involving Reiss Colwell.
The shocking scenes aired on Tuesday night's episode, and saw beloved character Dotty Cotton brutally murdered by Reiss, who had been stalking her for weeks.
The episode began with Dotty and Reiss arguing in the Queen Vic, after she had finally realised that he was dangerous.
Reiss then followed Dotty home, where he attacked her and stabbed her to death.
The scenes were incredibly graphic and left many viewers in tears.
One fan tweeted: "I can't believe they killed off Dotty! She was one of my favourite characters." Another added: "This is the most gruesome thing I've ever seen on EastEnders. I'm so upset."
The death of Dotty Cotton is a major turning point in the history of EastEnders, and it is sure to have a lasting impact on the show.
It is not yet known how the other characters will react to Dotty's death, but it is likely to cause a lot of heartache and drama.
The death of Dotty Cotton is a reminder of the dangers of stalking, and it is important to remember that this is a very real issue that affects many people.
If you are being stalked, it is important to seek help from the police or from a specialist organisation.
There is also help available online, and you can find more information on the following websites:
