Emmerdale character Vinny Dingle faces a custodial sentence and will exit the ITV soap after pleading guilty to causing death by dangerous driving in the September 24 episode. Bradley Johnson, who has played Vinny since 2019, is set to leave the cast in the coming weeks. In May, it was reported that Johnson would depart as part of a cast shake-up.
Guilty Plea And Prison Sentence Confirmed
Despite trying to keep the incident hidden, Vinny eventually confessed to Nicola King, the widow of Jimmy, and then to Joe Tate, the fiancé of Dawn. Released on bail following his arrest, Vinny informed Aaron in the latest episode that he had entered a guilty plea and expected to serve time behind bars. After waking up in hospital following a beating from Billy Fletcher—encouraged by Dawn’s fiancé, Joe Tate—Vinny was arrested and interviewed by police. DS Thea Ramsden informed him that the Crown Prosecution Service was pressing charges for causing death by dangerous driving.
Scrapyard Share And Dog Handover
During his conversation with Aaron, Vinny announced plans to sign over his share of the scrapyard. He also asked Aaron to take his dog, Chip, stating that he could not bear the thought of the animal being rehomed. Aaron agreed to take the dog but noted he could not afford to buy out Vinny’s share of the business immediately, agreeing to address it after Vinny’s release.
Permanent Departure From The Village
Vinny confirmed that he will not return to the village once he completes his prison sentence. He explained to Aaron that living in the area and seeing Jimmy and Dawn’s children grow up without their parents would be too difficult out of respect for the grieving families. He specifically mentioned the difficulty of “seeing Jimmy’s kids growing up without a dad.” He asked Aaron not to tell his mother yet, as he could not face her reaction. While it was previously presumed he might leave the Dales in a box, the current storyline confirms he will instead face a prison term.
Vinny Dingle’s History in Emmerdale
Johnson joined the soap as the adopted son of Mandy Dingle, though it was later revealed he is the biological child of Paul Ashdale and Tina Dingle. Vinny previously suffered a campaign of terror from his abusive father, Paul, who eventually met a “fiery end.” He also faced the loss of his wife, Liv Flaherty, who was killed by a caravan during a storm after the pair eloped following a frame-up by Meena Jutla. Later, Vinny’s relationship with Gabby Thomas ended after he was extorted and beaten by a man named Mike, whom he met on a dating app. He eventually found love with Lewis Barton before the fatal car crash occurred.
Answers to Common Show Details
When does Emmerdale air?
Emmerdale airs on weeknights at 8pm on ITV1 and streams on ITVX.
Who plays Vinny Dingle?
Bradley Johnson plays Vinny Dingle, having joined the ITV soap in 2019.
Who died in the crash caused by Vinny?
Dawn Fletcher and Jimmy King lost their lives in the fatal vehicle collision triggered when Vinny was distracted by a phone call.
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