Summer Bay is on tenterhooks as Theo Poulos (Matt Evans) remains in critical condition after being deliberately crushed by his own car by Gage Reynolds, the enraged River Boy leader. The shocking act of revenge, stemming from Theo’s affair with Gage’s girlfriend Lacey, has left Theo fighting for his life and the community praying for a miracle.

Theo’s Ongoing Battle for Survival:

• Life-Threatening Injuries: Following the horrific incident, Theo was rushed to the hospital with severe injuries. Doctors Bree Cameron (Juliet Godwin) and Levi Fowler (Tristan Gorey) performed an emergency procedure after discovering bleeding around his heart.
• Through Surgery, But Not Out of the Woods: While Theo has made it through initial surgery, Bree has issued a grim warning to Leah (Ada Nicodemou) and Justin (James Stewart): he is far from being out of the woods. His condition remains touch and go, and he has yet to fully regain consciousness, keeping his loved ones in agonizing suspense.
• Sonny’s Role: It’s important to note that Sonny Baldwin, Theo’s friend, also suffered a beating from the River Boys in the same incident. While Sonny is in a bad way, his injuries are less severe than Theo’s, and he is more concerned with Theo’s survival. Remi (Adam Rowland) has been quick to defend Sonny, reminding Justin that if not for Sonny, Theo might have died at the scene.

The Fallout and Legal Ramifications:

• Gage Under Arrest: The good news amidst the despair is that Gage Reynolds has been arrested. Lacey Miller, Gage’s girlfriend and Theo’s lover, bravely provided a statement to the police confirming Gage’s responsibility for the attack. Theo, despite his critical state, was able to corroborate Lacey’s statement, providing Cash Newman (Nicholas Cartwright) with enough evidence for the arrest.
• Lacey’s Dilemma: Lacey is now seeking police protection, fearing retaliation from the River Boys for her betrayal of Gage. She has visited Theo in the hospital, showing genuine concern, but Leah Patterson has issued a stern warning, demanding Lacey cut all contact with Theo and stay away. This puts Lacey in a heartbreaking position, torn between her feelings for Theo and the need for her own safety.
• Leah and Justin’s Anguish: Theo’s aunt Leah and uncle Justin are devastated and distraught by Theo’s condition. Justin initially blamed Sonny for Theo’s predicament, highlighting the immense emotional toll this crisis is taking on the family. They are desperate for Theo to recover.

The coming days will be crucial for Theo as he battles for his life, while the legal and emotional fallout from Gage’s brutal revenge continues to unfold in Summer Bay.