Emmerdale fans left heartbroken as Laurel is SLAPPED by a woman in Ashley's care home
EMMERDALE viewers were left heartbroken tonight when Laurel Thomas was slapped by a woman while she visited her husband in his care home.
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Laurel (played by Charlotte Bellamy) was upset when she got there and saw that Ashley (John Middleton) had taken off his wedding ring.
Things got worse as Ashley gave the jewellery to his friend in the home, Maggie, who also suffers with dementia.
Laurel attempted to get the ring back from Ashley's friend who refused to let go.
In a heartbreaking moment, Maggie slapped Laurel in the face.
Emmerdale: Laurel was upset when Ashley gave his wedding ring to another woman in the care home
Emmerdale: Laurel tried to get the ring back from a distressed Maggie
Instead of going over to his wife, Ashley comforted Maggie, while Laurel was left alone.
Those watching at home were shocked by the distressing scenes.
One fan of the soap tweeted: "Laurel was only trying to get the ring back, she didnt deserve that. She's really lost Ashley this time #Emmerdale."
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"Omg poor Laurel. Don't think she will be visiting Ashley much anymore if at all. #emmerdale," another added.
"Absolutely heartbreaking what Laurel is going through #Emmerdale," someone else said.
While a fourth wrote: "How long will Laurel be able 2 stay sober with all this heartbreak #emmerdale."
Emmerdale continues tomorrow night at 7pm on ITV.